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KY53 UDO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

78,137 mi
Last recorded78,137 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 78,137 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 74,892 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 74,892 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 73,731 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 71,165 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2018 68,014 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 65,380 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 64,123 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 64,123 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 61,634 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,051 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 56,501 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Mar 2012 53,717 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 50,101 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 46,602 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 43,771 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 37,169 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 30,780 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 27,495 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 UDO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 UDO, 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

How do I check the history of KY53 UDO?

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What year was KY53 UDO registered?

KY53 UDO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is KY53 UDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 UDO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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