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AV03 KRJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 KRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017

Engine management light on

Exhaust bracket corroded on catalytic convertor

Rear brake pipes corroded

Slight knock from steering column

Pass 1 Aug 2016 97,078 miles

exhaust corroded

management light on

oil light on

undertrays fitted

various brake pipes corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2016 96,994 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

exhaust corroded

management light on

oil light on

undertrays fitted

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2015 90,580 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 90,575 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 74,657 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 63,589 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 57,630 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 51,561 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 47,236 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 31,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Apr 2010 31,753 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2009 24,628 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 22,151 miles

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 18,481 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 14,124 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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AV03 KRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV03 KRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV03 KRJ registered?

AV03 KRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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