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KN53 LEF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,066 mi
Last recorded59,066 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 May 2024 59,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2023 54,183 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering arm slight play

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle underside surface corrosion on Exhaust, Front rad support and rear axle

Pass 26 May 2022 51,070 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 46,457 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 43,828 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 42,071 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is cracking

Offside Rear tyre is cracking

Pass 1 Jun 2017 40,179 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 37,935 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 37,584 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 37,460 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 37,195 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 36,795 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 35,808 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 35,018 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 34,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 32,274 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,814 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,793 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 LEF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LEF, 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 KN53 LEF registered?

KN53 LEF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is KN53 LEF safe to buy?

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