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KN53 LBA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,891 mi
Last recorded71,891 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 71,891 miles

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

exhaust rattle

Fail 1 Sep 2014 69,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2014 69,568 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2013 64,247 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,247 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 59,132 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 54,656 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 50,116 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 44,675 miles

slight deterioation to nearside rear tyre outer tread area

Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,790 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 41,659 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 LBA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KN53 LBA, 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 LBA registered?

KN53 LBA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is KN53 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 LBA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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