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KM53 WML

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,610 mi
Last recorded132,610 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 132,610 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 16 Aug 2016 120,192 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 107,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust system corroded in areas

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2014 95,841 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 88,897 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 88,896 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 79,309 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Fail 19 Apr 2012 79,309 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Apr 2011 68,893 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Fail 4 Apr 2011 68,893 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Fail 12 Apr 2010 61,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear number plate in poor condition

rear wiper in poor condition

Pass 12 Apr 2010 61,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear number plate in poor condition

rear wiper in poor condition

Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,195 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 45,520 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 45,520 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 36,972 miles

Note: N/s front tyre hasv feathered away, advise change & tracking. † † † † †Thanx.

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 WML is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WML, 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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KM53 WML is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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