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DU53 KRK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

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

RegistrationDU53 KRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radias arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radias arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radias arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radias arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022
Fail 7 Mar 2022

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2021
Pass 24 Jan 2020
Pass 31 Jan 2019
Fail 28 Jan 2019

Nearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2017

Nearside Front droplink

Offside Front droplink

Rear number plate

Pass 11 Oct 2016
Pass 7 Sep 2015
Pass 1 Sep 2014
Pass 9 Sep 2013 14,351 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 14,345 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 14,092 miles

all four tyres are starting to crack in between the tread blocks

Pass 6 Sep 2011 13,594 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,206 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 11,817 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 9,848 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007
Pass 23 Aug 2006 7,513 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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DU53 KRK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 DU53 KRK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU53 KRK registered?

DU53 KRK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is DU53 KRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 KRK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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