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KN03 PKC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

64,594 mi
Last recorded64,594 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 PKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 64,594 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2018 64,532 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device inoperative indicates a fault (1.7 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board exhaust improperly repaired (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 58,275 miles

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Undertray has fitted could not see all testable components

Fail 23 Dec 2017 58,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Undertray has fitted could not see all testable components

Pass 3 Nov 2016 54,454 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016 54,454 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 51,163 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)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 48,472 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 48,472 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 48,124 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 48,124 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 42,273 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 42,273 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 38,645 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 34,647 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 29,927 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 23,054 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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KN03 PKC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 KN03 PKC, 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 KN03 PKC registered?

KN03 PKC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is KN03 PKC safe to buy?

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