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KM53 WNJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,624 mi
Last recorded72,624 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 72,624 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 72,134 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 71,059 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 69,656 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 68,315 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 66,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 65,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 62,404 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Feb 2018 59,813 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 56,838 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 54,439 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 54,439 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 51,873 miles

front brake flex hoses deteriorating

Fail 4 Feb 2015 51,873 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake flex hoses deteriorating

Pass 3 Feb 2014 48,718 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 48,718 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 45,601 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 45,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 42,668 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 39,362 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 35,088 miles

o s f and both rear tyres sidewalls damaged

Pass 6 Feb 2009 31,861 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 27,619 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 23,972 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 WNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WNJ, 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 WNJ registered?

KM53 WNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is KM53 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 WNJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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