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KU53 ZZP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,645 mi
Last recorded155,645 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 ZZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 155,645 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 151,204 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 146,972 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 146,969 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp missing (7.1.1)

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

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both D shape (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 143,718 miles

slight play in offside front inner steering joint

Pass 1 Dec 2014 138,465 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 134,918 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 134,918 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 131,015 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 131,015 miles

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

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 126,016 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 119,647 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 114,307 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 103,478 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 103,478 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 101,704 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 97,347 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 81,156 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 81,156 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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KU53 ZZP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KU53 ZZP, 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 KU53 ZZP registered?

KU53 ZZP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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