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KM03 VVU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

82,012 mi
Last recorded82,012 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 VVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2020 82,012 miles

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

Knock from steering column but no free play found.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 82,008 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))

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

Knock from steering column but no free play found.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,121 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 73,738 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 73,734 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb misaligned (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 58,365 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 53,083 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 53,083 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 50,177 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 50,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 45,712 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 40,965 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 40,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 36,374 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,012 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 24,264 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 19,685 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 16,855 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 VVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VVU, 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 VVU registered?

KM03 VVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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The MOT history for KM03 VVU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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