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KJ03 UPF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

65,052 mi
Last recorded65,052 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ03 UPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 65,052 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2014 64,957 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 59,673 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 59,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 54,172 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 54,172 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 48,248 miles

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

OSF Tyre cracking

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

Fail 26 Jan 2011 48,248 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

OSF Tyre cracking

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 42,506 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 35,779 miles

Air bag light on

NSF Tyre wall cut

OSF tyre wall cracked

NSR tyre cracking

OSR tyre cracking

Fail 19 Jan 2009 35,779 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Air bag light on

NSF Tyre wall cut

OSF tyre wall cracked

NSR tyre cracking

OSR tyre cracking

Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,929 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing side wall

Pass 1 Feb 2007 22,902 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 17,087 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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KJ03 UPF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 KJ03 UPF, 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 KJ03 UPF?

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What year was KJ03 UPF registered?

KJ03 UPF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is KJ03 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ03 UPF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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