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LK53 VKH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,805 mi
Last recorded71,805 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 VKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 71,805 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 71,805 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 70,449 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 70,449 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 67,774 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 65,589 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jul 2015 65,589 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 61,230 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 57,540 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 54,124 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 54,124 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 50,146 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 45,352 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 38,188 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 33,972 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 28,247 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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LK53 VKH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LK53 VKH, 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 LK53 VKH registered?

LK53 VKH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LK53 VKH safe to buy?

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