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KP03 SYU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,864 mi
Last recorded68,864 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 SYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2015 68,864 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 64,505 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 64,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 62,422 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 57,365 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 52,692 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 46,596 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 41,060 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 34,437 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 13 May 2008 34,437 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 10 May 2007 28,291 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,995 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 SYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SYU, 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 SYU?

You can check the full history of KP03 SYU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KP03 SYU registered?

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

Is KP03 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 SYU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP03 SYU have outstanding finance?

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