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KN53 PUV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

82,590 mi
Last recorded82,590 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 PUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 82,590 miles

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

both front shocker show little leak

both rear and o/s/f tyre perished

front brake discs show wear

full undercover fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2021 82,319 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 21 Nov 2020 81,336 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 80,216 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2019 80,208 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 77,307 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Nov 2017 74,627 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 72,234 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 69,257 miles

cover fitted under body slightly corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2014 55,920 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 55,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 43,665 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 43,665 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 37,342 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 37,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 34,206 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,485 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 27,589 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 24,044 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 24,044 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 20,815 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 15,999 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 PUV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PUV, 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 PUV registered?

KN53 PUV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KN53 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 PUV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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