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KP03 TNV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

76,534 mi
Last recorded76,534 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 76,534 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

crack in windscreen

Pass 21 Mar 2025 66,824 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 48,178 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 48,178 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 42,143 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 39,856 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 39,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 37,182 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 37,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb faulty (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 35,407 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 34,160 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 33,622 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,160 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 32,009 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,672 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 29,563 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 28,609 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 27,718 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 27,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,751 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,762 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 24,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 23,497 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 22,186 miles

o/s/f tyre side wall scuffed

Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,608 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 TNV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 TNV, 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.

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What year was KP03 TNV registered?

KP03 TNV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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