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KN03 ZSX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,646 mi
Last recorded78,646 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 78,646 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 76,524 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 76,524 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 71,913 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 70,023 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 67,116 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 64,117 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 61,070 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 58,019 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 54,595 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 50,504 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 46,808 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 42,398 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 38,675 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 34,606 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 29,652 miles

front brake pads worn low

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 ZSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ZSX, 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 ZSX registered?

KN03 ZSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is KN03 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 ZSX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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