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KR53 DKL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,982 mi
Last recorded78,982 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 DKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 78,982 miles

ABS ring on near side front cv joint is fouling the ABS sensor. Advise repair.

Under shields restrict view of testable items

Fail 12 Oct 2019 78,982 miles

ABS ring on near side front cv joint is fouling the ABS sensor. Advise repair.

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under shields restrict view of testable items

Pass 16 Oct 2018 71,015 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 66,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f and o/s/r tyres perished

Fail 10 Oct 2017 66,848 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f and o/s/r tyres perished

Pass 17 Oct 2016 62,016 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 62,016 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 59,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 59,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 56,198 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 52,795 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 48,863 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,787 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 41,822 miles

Drivers seat lower adjuster cover missing and seat belt rubbing against

Noise from steering column possible top bush

Pass 2 Nov 2009 35,353 miles

Brake pad level warning light on dash

Pass 8 Oct 2008 28,550 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 22,535 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 17,059 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 DKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DKL, 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 DKL registered?

KR53 DKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is KR53 DKL safe to buy?

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