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KR53 OBO

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,635 mi
Last recorded36,635 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 OBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 36,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 31,973 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 31,390 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 30,393 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 30,392 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure split (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 26,779 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 26,778 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 23,383 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 23,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2013 20,836 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 17,709 miles

o/s/f tyre has cut on wall

Pass 19 Sep 2011 14,958 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 12,444 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 10,235 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 10,235 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 9,409 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 8,177 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 8,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 7,386 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 OBO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OBO, 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 OBO registered?

KR53 OBO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is KR53 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 OBO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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