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KP03 TFX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,767 mi
Last recorded135,767 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 TFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 135,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded greased (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

near and offside plastic sill covers fitted time of test

near side front tyre worn outer edge

plastic under try front to back fitted time off test

Fail 7 Sep 2016 165,767 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded greased (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

near and offside plastic sill covers fitted time of test

plastic under try front to back fitted time off test

Pass 12 Sep 2015 129,886 miles

FULL UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Nearside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK END

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured SIDE WING (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured SIDE WING (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 129,886 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

FULL UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Nearside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN RACK END

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured SIDE WING (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured SIDE WING (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 121,380 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 112,392 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 103,216 miles

engine managment light on

Pass 3 Sep 2011 92,704 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 83,560 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 76,203 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 76,203 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 70,504 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 51,301 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 49,168 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 41,195 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 May 2006 41,195 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 TFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TFX, 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 TFX registered?

KP03 TFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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