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KP53 AUY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,742 mi
Last recorded65,742 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 65,742 miles

Front brake pads low

Nearside Rear tyre low

all brake pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2016 58,655 miles

both front tyres perished and worn low inner edge

both front wipers smeary

Pass 6 Jul 2015 51,713 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 49,690 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 44,445 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 39,404 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 34,233 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2011 30,439 miles

N/S door mirror damaged.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 30,439 miles

N/S door mirror damaged.

Pass 18 Feb 2010 25,510 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 20,104 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 16,262 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 11,044 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 AUY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AUY, 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

How do I check the history of KP53 AUY?

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What year was KP53 AUY registered?

KP53 AUY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is KP53 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 AUY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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