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KN03 RDY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,546 mi
Last recorded142,546 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 RDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 142,546 miles

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

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))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 142,546 miles

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

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))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 137,747 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by step panel and under vehicle [REAR DOOR PANEL] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step panel and under vehicle [rear door shut bottom] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 137,747 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by step panel and under vehicle [REAR DOOR PANEL] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step panel and under vehicle [rear door shut bottom] (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 135,514 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 135,514 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2016 133,625 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 123,663 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 123,663 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 121,833 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013
Pass 9 Nov 2012 102,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Nov 2012 102,099 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2011 85,481 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2011 85,480 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 61,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 46,197 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 40,444 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,808 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 28,199 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 RDY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RDY, 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 RDY registered?

KN03 RDY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for KN03 RDY shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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