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EN53 KFX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,043 mi
Last recorded111,043 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 KFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2014 111,043 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 111,043 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 8 Jul 2013 101,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 101,376 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 92,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front Tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Aug 2012 92,755 miles

both front Tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 30 May 2012 91,276 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 May 2012 91,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 79,482 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 79,482 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 68,699 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 56,189 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 48,782 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 48,139 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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EN53 KFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN53 KFX, 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 EN53 KFX registered?

EN53 KFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is EN53 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 KFX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EN53 KFX have outstanding finance?

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