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KP03 TMU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

59,077 mi
Last recorded59,077 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 59,077 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front both and Nearside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2025 59,075 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front both and Nearside rear (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 57,737 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 56,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 55,005 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 52,834 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 52,829 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,516 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 45,205 miles

service brake efficiency only just met, which is 51% of requirement and rear brake no lock out

Pass 10 Apr 2017 42,755 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 42,755 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 36,610 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,799 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 30,142 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 30,142 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 29,637 miles

Engine Management Light Stays on. Both front and o/s/r tyres have severe perishing cracks on outer tread shoulder and sidewalls.

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

Fail 13 Dec 2012 29,637 miles

Engine Management Light Stays on. Both front and o/s/r tyres have severe perishing cracks on outer tread shoulder and sidewalls.

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2012 29,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management Light Stays on.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jan 2012 29,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine management Light Stays on.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,117 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 27,056 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 27,056 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 26,316 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 25,327 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 24,455 miles

1.N/S/F TYRE HAS CUT ON OUTER WALL

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 TMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 TMU, 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 TMU registered?

KP03 TMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is KP03 TMU safe to buy?

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