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KP03 WVU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,851 mi
Last recorded139,851 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 WVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 139,851 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 102,461 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 102,460 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 98,852 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 97,261 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 90,832 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 83,139 miles

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

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

rear tyres light cracking

Pass 5 Oct 2010 75,191 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 75,191 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 70,581 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 61,706 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 50,009 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 30,605 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 WVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver 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 WVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP03 WVU registered?

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

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