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KP53 DSX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2019
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

78,366 mi
Last recorded78,366 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 78,366 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 78,366 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 75,932 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 75,932 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 72,966 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 72,966 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 69,798 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 69,798 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 67,304 miles

Front brake drum 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 29 Dec 2014 67,304 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 1 Apr 2014 66,174 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2014 66,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 59,506 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s & o/s rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2012 56,550 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 56,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 50,734 miles

Cannot fully inspect brake pipes and fuel lines underneath due to manufacturers fitted covers.

N/S/F headlamp beam pattern imperfect, not dazzling.

Fail 31 Mar 2011 50,733 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Cannot fully inspect brake pipes and fuel lines underneath due to manufacturers fitted covers.

N/S/F headlamp beam pattern imperfect, not dazzling.

Pass 1 Apr 2010 43,643 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 43,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 38,860 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 32,452 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 32,452 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 25,573 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 25,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 DSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DSX, 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 KP53 DSX registered?

KP53 DSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is KP53 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 DSX shows 24 tests with a 54.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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