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KY53 HKL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,634 mi
Last recorded133,634 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 HKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 133,634 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 127,590 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 124,249 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 121,166 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 115,738 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 109,324 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 105,222 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 101,775 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 96,835 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 90,094 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 83,492 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 77,134 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 69,562 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2010 69,164 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All rear seat belts unabled to be tested due to child seats in rear.

Hand brake travel close to excess

Pass 26 May 2009 61,424 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 44,836 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 40,246 miles

Advise nearside & offside front tyres worn below 1.6mm on outer edges.

Fail 10 Jan 2007 40,246 miles

Advise nearside & offside front tyres worn below 1.6mm on outer edges.

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 HKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 HKL, 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 HKL registered?

KY53 HKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is KY53 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HKL 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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