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KW52 KPV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,683 mi
Last recorded53,683 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW52 KPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 53,683 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 49,263 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 49,263 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 44,822 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 41,418 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 36,521 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 31,583 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 31,547 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 31,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 30,895 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,421 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 29,619 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 29,619 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,947 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 28,078 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 28,078 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,407 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,831 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,952 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 21,686 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 19,029 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 16,730 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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KW52 KPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KW52 KPV, 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 KW52 KPV registered?

KW52 KPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is KW52 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW52 KPV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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