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KN03 RFY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,205 mi
Last recorded89,205 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 RFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 89,205 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding

Side repeater slightly discoloured offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 86,141 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 86,129 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on rear suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill corroded through adjacent to sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on rear suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill corroded through adjacent to sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall split and torn - due to under inflation (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Split at shaft end (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished - (10yrs old!) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 84,147 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 81,913 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured BOTH ! Front indicators (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Wing Repeater (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH ! Rear brake pipes corroded but flexi hose connection and along both rear suspension arms (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 81,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top & bottom Gators split (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured BOTH ! Front indicators (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Wing Repeater (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH ! Rear brake pipes corroded but flexi hose connection and along both rear suspension arms (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 80,361 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 80,014 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 80,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/f tyre has cuts on inner wall

Pass 28 May 2014 76,817 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 70,171 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 62,239 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 May 2012 62,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 May 2011 55,467 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 May 2010 52,182 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 46,101 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 40,130 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 31,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 27,978 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 RFY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KN03 RFY, 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 RFY registered?

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

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