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KN03 ZNF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,573 mi
Last recorded54,573 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 ZNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 54,573 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 54,314 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 53,735 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 52,897 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

damage to rear bumper

Pass 8 Mar 2021 52,365 miles

Nearside rear inner sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 52,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Mar 2020 52,034 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

wet test

Pass 5 Mar 2019 51,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 50,214 miles

under tray and engine cover's fitted

wet test

Pass 20 Feb 2017 45,742 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 44,025 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 42,140 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 42,140 miles

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 39,625 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 37,914 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,188 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 34,499 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 32,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,250 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,628 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 25,212 miles

front inner brake pads are 3/4 worn

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 11 Apr 2006 22,102 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 ZNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ZNF, 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 ZNF registered?

KN03 ZNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is KN03 ZNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 ZNF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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