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KM03 AVP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,314 mi
Last recorded69,314 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2014 69,314 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 64,983 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 63,269 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 63,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 58,140 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 54,035 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 54,035 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 47,751 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 47,751 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

OFFSIDE REAR & CENTRE REAR SEATS MISSING NOT ALLOWING SEAT BELTS TO BE TESTED.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 42,608 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 37,708 miles

3HUB CAPS MISSING

CANT INSPECT REAR BRAKE HOSES COMPLEATLEY

DAMAGE TO N/S/R AND N/S/F DOORS

F/NO PLATE MARKED

FRONT BUMPER DAMAGED

R/BOOT LID MARKED

REAR BUMPER MARKED

Pass 26 Jul 2006 32,015 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 AVP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KM03 AVP, 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 KM03 AVP registered?

KM03 AVP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is KM03 AVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 AVP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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