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KP53 SVE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,564 mi
Last recorded58,564 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 SVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 58,564 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 54,412 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 52,703 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 49,962 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 46,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 42,354 miles

POSSIBLE SLOW PUNCTURE IN N/S/F TYRE

Pass 7 Jan 2011 40,539 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 37,000 miles

exhaust poor condition

front brake pads low recommend replacement near future.

Fail 7 Jan 2010 37,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

exhaust poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2009 32,443 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 27,442 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 18,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

front fog lights inop

Pass 14 Nov 2006 18,725 miles

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

front fog lights inop

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 SVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SVE, 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 SVE registered?

KP53 SVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is KP53 SVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 SVE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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