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KH53 WZM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,892 mi
Last recorded45,892 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH53 WZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 45,892 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 33,534 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 19 Dec 2014 32,589 miles

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

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Dec 2014 32,589 miles

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

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

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 27,358 miles

slight cracking front flexi brake hoses

Pass 10 Dec 2012 26,636 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 25,907 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 24,662 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 21,317 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 17,928 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 14,444 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 10,410 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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KH53 WZM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KH53 WZM, 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 KH53 WZM registered?

KH53 WZM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is KH53 WZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH53 WZM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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