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FD53 KFX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

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

RegistrationFD53 KFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023

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

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both. (5.3.2 (b))

Steering feels notchy.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 12 Aug 2022

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

O/S/F Metal brake pipe corroded.

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Steering feels notchy.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 10 Aug 2021 89,874 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear both wheel arches to sill area corroded

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 trapped (5.2.3 (j))

factory fitted undertrays/covers fitted

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2020 88,263 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 88,230 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s front tyres worn and perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 85,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wishbone-front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

plastic under trays/covers and sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2018 81,973 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 77,839 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 74,105 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 70,114 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/r tyre cracking with age

Pass 7 Aug 2014 66,185 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 66,184 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f wheel rim damaged

n/s/r lamp cracked

Pass 17 Jul 2013 62,325 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 62,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,599 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyre pressures seem low

Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,493 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 50,863 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2010 50,860 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 47,516 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATED.

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 41,323 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DISCOLOURED.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 35,658 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,478 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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FD53 KFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FD53 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 FD53 KFX registered?

FD53 KFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is FD53 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 KFX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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