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KP03 TTF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

67,113 mi
Last recorded67,113 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 TTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 67,113 miles

n/s rear lower wheel arch damaged

Fail 7 Jul 2020 67,107 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

n/s rear lower wheel arch damaged

Pass 9 Jul 2019 65,224 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 65,224 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 62,933 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 60,674 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 58,139 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 58,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER SIDE WALL (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 85,794 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 52,879 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Jul 2013 51,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 49,993 miles

rear section of exhaust and mounts corroded

wipers poor starting to smear

Pass 13 Jul 2011 49,260 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 48,383 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 47,308 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 46,620 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 46,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 46,104 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 41,139 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 TTF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 TTF, 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 TTF registered?

KP03 TTF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is KP03 TTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 TTF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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