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KT53 HDX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

172,153 mi
Last recorded172,153 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT53 HDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 172,153 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH FRONTS (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 172,153 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH FRONTS (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 165,476 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 158,969 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 154,646 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 154,646 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 148,831 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 142,461 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 142,461 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 135,481 miles

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

surface corrosion to steel brake pipes

Pass 26 Aug 2016 127,873 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 121,555 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 114,849 miles

O/s head lamp lens cracked

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 108,070 miles

offside headlamp lens damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2012 100,942 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front light lens damaged

wiper blades worn

Pass 26 Aug 2011 92,703 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 74,767 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

brake warning light on all the time

Fail 9 Nov 2009 74,767 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

brake warning light on all the time

Pass 7 Nov 2008 62,597 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 51,621 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 82,202 miles

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

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

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 HDX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HDX, 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

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What year was KT53 HDX registered?

KT53 HDX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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