CarVerify

Free Car Check

HG53 KKC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,917 mi
Last recorded102,917 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 KKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 102,917 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded recommend replacing (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 93,418 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside mirror damaged

slight play detected at steering wheel

Pass 15 Dec 2014 83,051 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 15 Dec 2014 83,051 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 74,152 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres are slightly distorted

Pass 18 Dec 2012 64,143 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 53,474 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2011 53,474 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 44,705 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

osr tyre perishing on walls

Pass 16 Dec 2009 36,249 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 28,404 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 28,404 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 21,320 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 14,620 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 14,205 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HG53 KKC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HG53 KKC, 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

How do I check the history of HG53 KKC?

You can check the full history of HG53 KKC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HG53 KKC registered?

HG53 KKC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is HG53 KKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 KKC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG53 KKC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HG53 KKC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.