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KM53 WGP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

78,893 mi
Last recorded78,893 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 78,893 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 78,891 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 72,995 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 68,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 66,769 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 63,272 miles

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

n/s + o/s front brake hoses slightly deterioreted

Fail 6 Jul 2018 63,272 miles

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

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

n/s + o/s front brake hoses slightly deterioreted

Pass 27 Jul 2017 60,157 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 56,564 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,593 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 51,584 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 51,584 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 49,008 miles

wipers need replacing soon

Fail 19 Jul 2013 49,008 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wipers need replacing soon

Pass 19 Jul 2012 47,277 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 44,875 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 43,075 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 39,595 miles

both wiper rubbers starting to split

Pass 1 Aug 2008 35,025 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 27,864 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 27,735 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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 WGP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 WGP, 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 KM53 WGP registered?

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

Is KM53 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 WGP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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