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KM53 WLC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,662 mi
Last recorded69,662 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 69,662 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 66,746 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 65,069 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 64,049 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 62,609 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 62,605 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 60,592 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 60,592 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 57,669 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 54,204 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 50,091 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 43,338 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 35,576 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 29,889 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 WLC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver 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 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

KM53 WLC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is KM53 WLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 WLC 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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