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KP03 SYJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,958 mi
Last recorded78,958 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 SYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 78,958 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 78,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 64,979 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2011 53,067 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 40,216 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

front brake discs slightly worn

nail in tread o/s/r tyre

under body shields fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2010 40,216 miles

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

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

front brake discs slightly worn

nail in tread o/s/r tyre

under body shields fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2009 32,418 miles

under-belly shields+side skirts fitted

Fail 25 Aug 2009 32,418 miles

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

ns/os front wiper blades streaking[blad24/sp24]

ns/os rear exposed brake pipes salting up

ns/os rear tyres deteriorated/aged/out of shape[DOT codes->0305/0605]/O.E***195/50T15***

under-belly shields+side skirts fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2008 25,812 miles

all four tyres cracked in tread

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

under body shields fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2007 24,530 miles

under body shields fitted

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

Pass 23 Aug 2006 20,838 miles

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

under body shields fitted

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 SYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SYJ, 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 KP03 SYJ registered?

KP03 SYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is KP03 SYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 SYJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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