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KN03 RUW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,759 mi
Last recorded91,759 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 RUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 91,759 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 90,136 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 85,459 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, sills/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 82,623 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 79,770 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 79,770 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 76,861 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 73,540 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 73,540 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,070 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 64,362 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 64,362 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 58,824 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 58,442 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2011 50,788 miles

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

o/s/f/r tyres cracking but no cords showing

Pass 8 Apr 2010 40,752 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 37,390 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 37,390 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 33,684 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 30,043 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 23,473 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 RUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RUW, 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 RUW?

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What year was KN03 RUW registered?

KN03 RUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for KN03 RUW shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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