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KP53 DVV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,200 mi
Last recorded100,200 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 100,200 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 96,297 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 96,297 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 93,216 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 90,022 miles

front brake discs badly worn,lipped and distorted

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 24 Aug 2019 90,021 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front shock absorber leaking and losing damping effect

Rear Service Brake Efficiencies low

Service Brake Efficiency only just met requirements

front brake discs badly worn,lipped and distorted

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 19 Jul 2018 34,046 miles

Rear tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 24 Aug 2017 80,143 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 75,910 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 69,775 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 65,061 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 60,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 60,472 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 54,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 49,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 46,176 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 42,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,967 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 29,875 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 29,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 DVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DVV, 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 DVV registered?

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

Is KP53 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 DVV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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