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KP03 WBM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

108,004 mi
Last recorded108,004 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 WBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 108,004 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 105,790 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 102,566 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 101,421 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 99,026 miles

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

oil light on (yellow warning)

Fail 8 Jun 2022 99,026 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

oil light on (yellow warning)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 97,304 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 97,304 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet catch release broken, bonnet still secured when closed (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 96,305 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 96,298 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper material deteriorated (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 94,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 93,355 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 93,280 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 92,120 miles

front brakes worn

Pass 15 Apr 2016 90,569 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 84,406 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 84,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 73,960 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 66,017 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 66,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 52,298 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,657 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,196 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 11,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,799 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 10,271 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 9,427 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 WBM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 WBM, 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 WBM registered?

KP03 WBM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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