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KM53 WGJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,463 mi
Last recorded81,463 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 WGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 81,463 miles

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

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2015 81,463 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 74,103 miles

n/s/r disc corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2014 74,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r disc corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2013 76,214 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2013 70,241 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 65,501 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2011 57,496 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 57,496 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 50,887 miles

both rear tyres showing cracks on walls

Pass 20 Feb 2009 42,911 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 34,802 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 25,789 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 WGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 WGJ, 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

How do I check the history of KM53 WGJ?

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What year was KM53 WGJ registered?

KM53 WGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is KM53 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 WGJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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