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KR03 MWC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

53,763 mi
Last recorded53,763 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 MWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 53,763 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 51,711 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2021 51,711 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 47,181 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 45,762 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 42,806 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 42,806 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 May 2017 39,934 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 38,005 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 38,005 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2015 36,344 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2015 36,344 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,985 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 35,985 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 35,272 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 33,036 miles

advise offside washers poor.

advise wear on front discs/front pads getting.

Pass 8 Jul 2010 31,360 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 26,851 miles

advise undershields fitted inspection difficult.

Pass 17 Jun 2008 24,255 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,239 miles

advise under shields fitted inspection difficult. †advise slight buckle in n/s/f inner wheel rim.

Pass 9 Jun 2006 20,525 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 MWC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MWC, 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 MWC registered?

KR03 MWC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is KR03 MWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR03 MWC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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