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KP53 ATV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 ATV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2018

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2018

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 59,690 miles

Nearside Front wiper arm inescure

Fail 4 Jan 2018 59,690 miles

Nearside Front wiper arm inescure

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 56,009 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 55,747 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 51,887 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 49,017 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 46,514 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2011 44,806 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 41,384 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,346 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 35,691 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 28,925 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 20,424 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 22,329 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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KP53 ATV 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 81.3%.

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 KP53 ATV, 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 KP53 ATV registered?

KP53 ATV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is KP53 ATV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 ATV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP53 ATV have outstanding finance?

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