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KP53 YDU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,915 mi
Last recorded46,915 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 46,915 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 45,907 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 43,842 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 41,004 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 38,552 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 38,552 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 37,471 miles

tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 28 Jan 2015 36,263 miles

rear tyres slight cracking o0n sdidewall

Fail 31 Jan 2014 34,476 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 34,476 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,156 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 30,724 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 29,219 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 29,219 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 25,393 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 19,787 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 15,141 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 15,141 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 9,403 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 9,048 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 YDU 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 YDU, 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 YDU registered?

KP53 YDU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is KP53 YDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 YDU 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.

Does KP53 YDU have outstanding finance?

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