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KR03 KNC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 KNC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018
Pass 3 Jan 2017 98,728 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 95,692 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 91,803 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 85,045 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2013 85,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 72,848 miles

front brake hoses showing signs of cracking

Pass 21 Jan 2012 61,047 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 60,967 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 52,077 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 43,191 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 43,191 miles

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 35,593 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 35,593 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 28,399 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 19,604 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 16,129 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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KR03 KNC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KR03 KNC, 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.

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What year was KR03 KNC registered?

KR03 KNC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is KR03 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR03 KNC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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