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KN53 KZX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,578 mi
Last recorded117,578 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 KZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 117,578 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 111,480 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 102,559 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 93,227 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 92,976 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

front number plate delaminating

nearside rear wheel rim damaged inner

nearside rear wheel/tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 16 Nov 2012 84,242 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly inner edge

nearside rear wheel rim damaged inner

offside rear wheel rim damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2011 75,302 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs slight lip

nearside rear wheel rin damaged inner

nearside rear wheel/tyre slightly out of shape

srs light on

Pass 8 Dec 2010 65,429 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 53,256 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

srs light on

Pass 23 Nov 2009 53,256 miles

srs light on

Pass 4 Dec 2008 40,982 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 28,257 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 28,256 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 22,434 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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KN53 KZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 KN53 KZX, 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

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What year was KN53 KZX registered?

KN53 KZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is KN53 KZX safe to buy?

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