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KP03 TTJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,993 mi
Last recorded177,993 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 177,993 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 163,907 miles

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn bearing assembly (2.1.2c)

Rear Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded both nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 153,078 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014
Pass 5 Oct 2013 132,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Oct 2013 132,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 122,565 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 108,544 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 108,544 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 92,314 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 76,766 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 76,766 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 59,870 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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 31 Aug 2007 49,154 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 38,937 miles

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

both front wipers smearing view

nearside front inner wheel rim damaged

steering upper coloumn notchy / loose

uneven front nearside tyre wear (outer edge low)

Fail 4 Nov 2006 38,937 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both front wipers smearing view

nearside front inner wheel rim damaged

steering upper coloumn notchy / loose

uneven front nearside tyre wear (outer edge low)

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 TTJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc 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 TTJ, 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 TTJ registered?

KP03 TTJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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