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KS53 SJX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,433 mi
Last recorded81,433 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 SJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 81,433 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 79,195 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 12 May 2016 76,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust hanger broken

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 7 May 2015 73,861 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 12 May 2014 70,133 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 64,730 miles

both front perished

Pass 9 May 2012 60,010 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 60,009 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2011 55,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 49,644 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 44,895 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 44,894 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 37,856 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 29,195 miles

near side front tyre very worn on inner edge very near legal limit

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 SJX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 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 SJX, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS53 SJX registered?

KS53 SJX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is KS53 SJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 SJX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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