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KM03 EKL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,324 mi
Last recorded63,324 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 EKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 63,324 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2016 53,015 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 51,935 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 51,935 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Battery light on

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 49,872 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 47,982 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 45,401 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 45,401 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 43,137 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 41,182 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 41,182 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 38,417 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 32,866 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 31,060 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,284 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 EKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EKL, 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 EKL registered?

KM03 EKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 May 2003.

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