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KY53 HTJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,566 mi
Last recorded60,566 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 HTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 60,566 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 60,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2019 55,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 53,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 51,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 50,262 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 50,262 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 48,269 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 42,116 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 42,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2013 36,261 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 34,842 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 33,161 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 31,822 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 30,006 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 28,582 miles

n/s/r tyre underinflated

o/s/r tyre underinflated

oily around undertray.

Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,906 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 HTJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KY53 HTJ, 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.

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What year was KY53 HTJ registered?

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

Is KY53 HTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HTJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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