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KM53 ELC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,725 mi
Last recorded74,725 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 74,725 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 74,725 miles

Central Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 65,168 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 54,871 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 49,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2012 43,249 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 43,249 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 40,618 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 36,786 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 36,786 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 33,848 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 33,848 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 30,891 miles

nail in the o/s/r tyre

rear winscreen wiper worned

Pass 30 Oct 2007 27,047 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 23,878 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 ELC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KM53 ELC, 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 ELC registered?

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

Is KM53 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 ELC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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