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KX53 CXH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

63,336 mi
Last recorded63,336 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 CXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 63,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45zr/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2026 63,334 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/zr17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45zr/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2025 59,537 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 59,502 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 55,051 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2022 55,051 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (Rear Arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 52,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 51,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 49,143 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 46,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 42,029 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 37,242 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 37,235 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 30,354 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 27,764 miles

Slight play in offside front track rod end

Pass 22 Oct 2012 27,011 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,040 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,858 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 23,222 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 21,755 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 20,505 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 19,326 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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KX53 CXH 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 86.4%.

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 KX53 CXH, 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 KX53 CXH registered?

KX53 CXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is KX53 CXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX53 CXH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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