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KN53 PWK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,137 mi
Last recorded66,137 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 66,137 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 55,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Mar 2015 55,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,221 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 45,483 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 42,624 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 42,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 38,947 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 35,398 miles

osf brake hose outer protective cover split, hose ok

rear tyres cracking os and ns outer surface, but not showing chords

Pass 17 Apr 2009 32,265 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 32,265 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 29,509 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 22,566 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 PWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PWK, 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 PWK registered?

KN53 PWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is KN53 PWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 PWK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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