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KN03 UVA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 UVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in tread.

centre exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated.

Pass 7 Jul 2015 97,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 97,359 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 90,773 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 83,092 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 76,821 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 66,969 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 56,683 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 56,683 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 48,857 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 48,857 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 40,778 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 33,328 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 26,396 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 UVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UVA, 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 UVA registered?

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

Is KN03 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 UVA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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