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KA03 NDJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

114,343 mi
Last recorded114,343 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2008
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA03 NDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2008 114,343 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 114,342 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 101,977 miles

rear no plate deteriorated,both front flexi brake hoses cracking.

Fail 9 Oct 2007 101,976 miles

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

rear no plate deteriorated,both front flexi brake hoses cracking.

Pass 5 Oct 2006 81,960 miles

offside front brake pads wearing low,both front flexi brake hoses starting to crack.

Fail 5 Oct 2006 81,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front brake pads wearing low,both front flexi brake hoses starting to crack.

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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KA03 NDJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KA03 NDJ, 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 KA03 NDJ?

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What year was KA03 NDJ registered?

KA03 NDJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is KA03 NDJ safe to buy?

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