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KR53 BZJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,147 mi
Last recorded124,147 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 BZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2020 124,147 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 124,147 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 122,209 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 23 Jan 2019 122,160 miles

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror housing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 118,620 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 114,539 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 110,844 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 110,805 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 107,004 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 100,169 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 93,562 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 93,562 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,588 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 76,615 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 76,615 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 67,841 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 67,841 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,894 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 48,513 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 37,538 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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KR53 BZJ 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 70%.

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 KR53 BZJ, 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 KR53 BZJ registered?

KR53 BZJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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