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KM03 AVD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

80,157 mi
Last recorded80,157 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 AVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 80,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 80,157 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 74,497 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 71,622 miles

both front brake flexy hoses are perishing

both rear outer metal brake pipes are quite rusty

exhaust center box is quite rusty

o/s/r shock abosrber is weeping oil

Pass 31 Mar 2014 68,250 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 67,083 miles

slight cracking o/s/r tyre

Fail 8 May 2013 67,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Fail 15 May 2012 64,571 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 64,571 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 61,207 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 55,035 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 55,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2009 49,192 miles

slight knock on steering column

Fail 7 May 2009 49,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

slight knock on steering column

Pass 13 May 2008 43,014 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 36,049 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 29,145 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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KM03 AVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KM03 AVD, 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 KM03 AVD?

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What year was KM03 AVD registered?

KM03 AVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is KM03 AVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 AVD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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