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KY53 HPL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

154,772 mi
Last recorded154,772 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 HPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 154,772 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 83,589 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 83,589 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 77,898 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 70,029 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 70,029 miles

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

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 14 Sep 2012 63,421 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 63,421 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 56,666 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 50,919 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 50,919 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 45,542 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 38,565 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 33,813 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,763 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 HPL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HPL, 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 HPL registered?

KY53 HPL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KY53 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HPL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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