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KP53 SVA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,721 mi
Last recorded101,721 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 101,721 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 89,672 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 83,499 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

headlamp patterns are not perfect.

o/s/f and n/s/f suspension arm bushes are slightly split.

Fail 10 Apr 2018 83,499 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlamp patterns are not perfect.

o/s/f and n/s/f suspension arm bushes are slightly split.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 80,929 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 80,467 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 80,467 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle plastic trim catching wheel (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing near base of seat (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2016 80,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 75,712 miles

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

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

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

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S STEERING ARM

Pass 31 Jul 2014 71,565 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2014 71,565 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 67,443 miles

nearside front tyre perishing at sidewall

Fail 29 Jul 2013 67,443 miles

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

nearside front tyre perishing at sidewall

Pass 15 Jun 2012 61,554 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 61,554 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 55,540 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 49,088 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 41,120 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 32,268 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 32,268 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,875 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

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KP53 SVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SVA, 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 SVA registered?

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

Is KP53 SVA safe to buy?

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