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KN03 PZT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,666 mi
Last recorded65,666 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 PZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 65,666 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 65,666 miles

Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted Both (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 58,890 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 58,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 53,572 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 53,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2012
Fail 23 Dec 2010 39,162 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 39,162 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 32,912 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 32,911 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

O/S Rear Tyre Slight Outer Sidewall Cracks But No Cords Exposed.

Pass 19 Aug 2008 30,484 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 19 Aug 2008 30,484 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 8 Aug 2007 27,812 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 25,228 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 PZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PZT, 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

How do I check the history of KN03 PZT?

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What year was KN03 PZT registered?

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

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The MOT history for KN03 PZT shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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