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KS53 WRP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,999 mi
Last recorded38,999 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 WRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 38,999 miles

Nearside windscreen washer has 1 of 2 jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 38,765 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Middle of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 38,370 miles

Nearside windcsreen washer has 1 of 2 jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 38,237 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged offside & nearside have splits in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside windscreen washer partially blocked, 1 of 2 jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))

Rear offside & nearside service brake effort low

Fail 5 Sep 2020 38,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine engine oil dripping from suspension arm join to subframe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged offside & nearside have splits in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside windscreen washer partially blocked, 1 of 2 jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))

Rear offside & nearside service brake effort low

Pass 9 May 2019 37,572 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both offside & nearside have splits in tread area but no cords clearly visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 3 May 2018 36,665 miles

Offside windscreen wiper blade smearing

Oil leak gearbox ()

both front tyres have splits within tread but no cords clearly visible

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 8 May 2017 35,875 miles

windscreen wipers smearing

both front tyres have small splits staring to form in tread area

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 3 May 2016 33,911 miles

All 4 tyres starting to feather on the outer edge

Both front wipers are starting to smear

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2015 32,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 30,376 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 May 2013 29,601 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 28,604 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 26,589 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 24,050 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 20,808 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 17,284 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 17,284 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 15,270 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 WRP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WRP, 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

How do I check the history of KS53 WRP?

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What year was KS53 WRP registered?

KS53 WRP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is KS53 WRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 WRP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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