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KR53 CBF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,116 mi
Last recorded69,116 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 69,116 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 66,971 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Fail 8 Oct 2013 66,971 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2012 62,893 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 59,291 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 59,270 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 45,040 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r seatbelt cannot be checked as seat has been removed

o/s/r tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Fail 5 Oct 2010 45,040 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear wiper blade split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r seatbelt cannot be checked as seat has been removed

o/s/r tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 14 Nov 2009 28,936 miles

under body covers fitted,unable to see braking or fuel systems fully

Pass 4 Nov 2008 18,491 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 16,767 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 15,251 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 CBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KR53 CBF, 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 CBF registered?

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

Is KR53 CBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 CBF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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