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KN03 VSC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,833 mi
Last recorded59,833 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 59,833 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2016 59,826 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 44,981 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,883 miles

Near side front tyres slightly worn

Off side front tyres slightly worn

Pass 28 Mar 2013 38,640 miles

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

rear exhaust mounting bracket deterioated

Fail 28 Mar 2013 38,640 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust mounting bracket deterioated

Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,927 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,708 miles

offside rear tyre starting to split

Fail 26 Mar 2011 33,708 miles

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

offside rear tyre starting to split

Pass 31 Mar 2010 30,277 miles

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

could not fully inspect brake pipes,fuel lines and stering componets due to vehicle undertray fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2009 26,294 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 18,156 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 14,421 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 VSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VSC, 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 VSC?

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What year was KN03 VSC registered?

KN03 VSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is KN03 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 VSC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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