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KM03 XUF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

136,013 mi
Last recorded136,013 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 XUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 136,013 miles

DIFFERENT SIZE TYRES FITTED TO FRONT & REAR AXLES

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering column U/J in engine bay

Fail 20 Aug 2019 136,003 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working BOTH (3.5 (a))

DIFFERENT SIZE TYRES FITTED TO FRONT & REAR AXLES

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering column U/J in engine bay

Pass 17 Aug 2018 133,428 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 131,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear exhaust system box rusty at strap mounting

Pass 27 Aug 2016 128,643 miles

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Fail 27 Aug 2016 128,643 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH FRONT (1.8)

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Pass 29 Aug 2015 126,323 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Aug 2015 126,323 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 123,260 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 123,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 120,742 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 120,742 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 114,461 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 103,146 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 103,146 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 91,616 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 81,525 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 69,103 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 60,404 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 48,953 miles

front n/s and o/s brake hoses have slight cracks in outer sleevings.

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 XUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XUF, 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.

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What year was KM03 XUF registered?

KM03 XUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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