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KY53 EEH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,711 mi
Last recorded123,711 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 EEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 123,711 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 119,260 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2020 119,145 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 114,938 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 107,242 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 101,345 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 96,851 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 91,966 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 85,909 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 78,556 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 71,017 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Sep 2011 63,140 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front fog light not working

Pass 1 Oct 2010 55,867 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front discs pitted

Pass 23 Sep 2009 49,606 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 41,995 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGES AND CRACKING ON INNER SIDE WALLS

BOTH REAR TYRES NEARING LEGAL MINIMUM

Pass 11 Sep 2007 33,735 miles

front brake pads appear low

Fail 11 Sep 2007 33,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

front brake pads appear low

Pass 13 Sep 2006 25,710 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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KY53 EEH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KY53 EEH, 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 KY53 EEH registered?

KY53 EEH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is KY53 EEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 EEH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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