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KP03 VZY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,472 mi
Last recorded37,472 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 VZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 37,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance door (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

underneath the car is covered in plastic

Pass 1 Jul 2015 35,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs scoreded/worn+lipped

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2015 35,131 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs scoreded/worn+lipped

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2014 32,942 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 29,825 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,655 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 28,653 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 27,378 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 25,750 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 24,508 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 23,114 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 18,521 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 13,953 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 VZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VZY, 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 VZY registered?

KP03 VZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is KP03 VZY safe to buy?

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