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KP53 AVM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

85,006 mi
Last recorded85,006 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 AVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 85,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front brake pipe corroding

Fail 20 Mar 2025 85,002 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front brake pipe corroding

Pass 15 Mar 2024 77,579 miles

both front brake pipe s corroding

both headlight are poor patterns

Fail 5 Mar 2024 77,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

both front brake pipe s corroding

both headlight are poor patterns

Pass 18 Mar 2023 73,015 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 71,135 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil stain (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger seat fore aft not working

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 71,106 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil stain (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front passenger seat fore aft not working

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 69,245 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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Pass 20 Mar 2020 68,353 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 62,400 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 54,722 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 54,293 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 47,590 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 40,752 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,570 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,678 miles

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

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

slight play in steering column u/js

Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,673 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 16,252 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 16,252 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 14,629 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 14,629 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 12,740 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 10,714 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 8,655 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 5,609 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 AVM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 AVM, 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 AVM registered?

KP53 AVM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is KP53 AVM safe to buy?

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