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KM53 EJK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

47,782 mi
Last recorded47,782 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 EJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 47,782 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 47,284 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 46,759 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 46,747 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 46,080 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 44,610 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 44,610 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 43,335 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,117 miles

Rear exhaust hangers corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2016 42,097 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust hangers corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2015 40,805 miles

Both front wishbone front bushes perished & starting to split

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 40,805 miles

Both front wishbone front bushes perished & starting to split

Pass 8 Aug 2014 39,729 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer edge perished & cracked

Offside & nearside inner side walls perished & cracked

Fail 8 Aug 2014 39,726 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre outer edge perished & cracked

Offside & nearside inner side walls perished & cracked

Pass 5 Aug 2013 38,520 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 36,106 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 34,416 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 34,409 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 32,404 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 30,002 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 25,023 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2007 25,023 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 21,514 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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KM53 EJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 KM53 EJK, 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 KM53 EJK registered?

KM53 EJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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