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KS53 SZZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,044 mi
Last recorded61,044 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 SZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 61,044 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 58,500 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 56,954 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 56,273 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 55,519 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 55,390 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 54,963 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 54,961 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (Front) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 53,022 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 50,931 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 48,751 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 46,500 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 43,759 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 42,005 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 39,337 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 35,294 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 31,497 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,874 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn out on outer edge [Continental Sport Contact 2 205/55 X R16V]

Offside front tyre tread worn out on outer edge [Continental Sport 2 205/55 X R16V]

Pass 18 Dec 2008 25,972 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 25,971 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear tyre tread worn down to 2mm. [Pirelli P6000 205/55 X R16V]

Pass 15 Dec 2007 22,846 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 19,559 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 SZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SZZ, 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 SZZ?

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What year was KS53 SZZ registered?

KS53 SZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is KS53 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 SZZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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