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KS53 YHD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,340 mi
Last recorded95,340 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 YHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 95,340 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 95,340 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 92,961 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 90,725 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 88,436 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 86,589 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 84,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 82,190 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 79,351 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 76,787 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 74,617 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 71,991 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 69,108 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 66,601 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 64,404 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 62,600 miles

Brake pads geting low

Steering rack got play

Fail 9 Mar 2012 62,600 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake pads geting low

Steering rack got play

Fail 27 Jan 2012 61,833 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 50,762 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 45,849 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 45,841 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 42,340 miles

covered sills / covers all underneath

Pass 11 Sep 2008 41,610 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2008 41,610 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 36,296 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

plastic covers under most of car

Fail 1 May 2007 36,243 miles

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

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

plastic covers fitted to underbody

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 YHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 YHD, 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 YHD?

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What year was KS53 YHD registered?

KS53 YHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is KS53 YHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 YHD shows 26 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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