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KM53 VDF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,516 mi
Last recorded94,516 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 VDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 94,516 miles

engine noisey

Pass 12 Apr 2016 91,307 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 86,762 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 81,837 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 77,471 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 73,858 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 69,529 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 64,531 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 62,086 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2008 60,206 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2008 60,206 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 57,272 miles

SRS light stays on

Pass 20 Dec 2006 47,513 miles

Rear number plate delaminating

Fail 20 Dec 2006 47,513 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear number delaminating

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 VDF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VDF, 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 VDF registered?

KM53 VDF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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The MOT history for KM53 VDF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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