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KP53 DVF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,542 mi
Last recorded72,542 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 72,542 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 67,285 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 64,170 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 64,169 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/50/15 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Advise o/s/r tyre worn unevenly & perishing

Pass 21 Oct 2016 60,725 miles

Advise both rear tyres wearing unevenly & perishing

Pass 15 Oct 2015 57,855 miles

Advise both rear tyres going out of shape on inner edges

Fail 15 Oct 2015 57,855 miles

Advise both rear tyres going out of shape on inner edges

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 54,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 54,963 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 51,705 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 48,001 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 42,139 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 35,793 miles

wiper blades becoming smeary

Pass 14 Oct 2009 29,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,876 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,377 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 17,145 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 DVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DVF, 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 DVF?

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What year was KP53 DVF registered?

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

Is KP53 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 DVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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