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KS53 PRV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,676 mi
Last recorded102,676 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 PRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 102,676 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s and n/s (3.7.B.3)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 102,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s and n/s (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 90,987 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 89,026 miles

all brake pipes have some corrosion

Fail 2 Oct 2013 88,821 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

all brake pipes have some corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2012 84,150 miles

SRS warning light on system malfuction

rear exhaust starting to corrod

Fail 1 Oct 2012 84,150 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

SRS warning light on system malfuction

rear exhaust starting to corrod

Pass 3 Oct 2011 79,980 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all metal brake pipes have some corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2010 76,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 71,150 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 202,999 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 157,549 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 104,563 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KS53 PRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 81,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS53 PRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS53 PRV?

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What year was KS53 PRV registered?

KS53 PRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is KS53 PRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 PRV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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