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KT53 GWF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

184,884 mi
Last recorded184,884 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT53 GWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 184,884 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 166,179 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 144,550 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 130,074 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 130,074 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 111,018 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 101,244 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 88,488 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 80,894 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 74,634 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2010 74,633 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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 Nov 2009 68,420 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 57,331 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 49,596 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 43,457 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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KT53 GWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KT53 GWF, 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.

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What year was KT53 GWF registered?

KT53 GWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is KT53 GWF safe to buy?

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