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KP03 SXK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,419 mi
Last recorded83,419 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 SXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 83,419 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2015 75,009 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 66,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 66,047 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 52,647 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,117 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 48,153 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 42,088 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 37,210 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 32,797 miles

knock coming from steering but no play found anywhere.

Pass 26 Oct 2007 29,743 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 27,418 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 23,681 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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KP03 SXK 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 92.3%.

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 KP03 SXK, 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

How do I check the history of KP03 SXK?

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What year was KP03 SXK registered?

KP03 SXK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is KP03 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 SXK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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