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KL53 EXM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

80,016 mi
Last recorded80,016 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 EXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 80,016 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 77,766 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 62,348 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 59,593 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 59,583 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 59,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper along arm (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper along arm (1.1.11 (c))

under tray covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2018 58,994 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 58,659 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 58,310 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 57,456 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 56,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 54,211 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 53,161 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 52,399 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 50,774 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 47,385 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 41,036 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2007 33,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 33,712 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 23,663 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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KL53 EXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KL53 EXM, 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

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What year was KL53 EXM registered?

KL53 EXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KL53 EXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 EXM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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