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KC03 VSZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,109 mi
Last recorded86,109 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 VSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2014 86,109 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2014 86,109 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 80,612 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 74,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 63,561 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 59,480 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 49,051 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

THIS CAR IS FRONT DAMAGED REPAIR

Pass 19 Jun 2009 48,887 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nearside rear shock absorber has a slight misting of oil

Fail 19 Jun 2009 48,887 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear shock absorber has a slight misting of oil

Pass 19 Jun 2008 40,247 miles

o/s n/s front tyres worn inside edges

Pass 13 Jun 2007 32,193 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,772 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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KC03 VSZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KC03 VSZ, 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.

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What year was KC03 VSZ registered?

KC03 VSZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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The MOT history for KC03 VSZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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