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KR53 OCA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,335 mi
Last recorded48,335 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 OCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2021 48,335 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 38,959 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 38,957 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 35,210 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 34,012 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 32,550 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 31,268 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 29,935 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 29,935 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 28,050 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 26,396 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 26,396 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 23,917 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,665 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 16,581 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 13,371 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 12,045 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 10,237 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 OCA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OCA, 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 OCA registered?

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

Is KR53 OCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 OCA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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