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KR53 OLE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,179 mi
Last recorded94,179 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 94,179 miles

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

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

centre exhaust box slightly deteriorated /corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2016 94,179 miles

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

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

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

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

centre exhaust box slightly deteriorated /corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2015 85,466 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 79,968 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 74,074 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 68,050 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

o/s/r tyre out of shape

Pass 15 Jul 2011 61,694 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 55,981 miles

slight free play in the steering column

Fail 19 Aug 2010 55,981 miles

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

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

rear number plate starting to delaminate

slight free play in the steering column

Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,128 miles

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 7 Jul 2008 42,543 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 35,902 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 OLE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OLE, 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 OLE registered?

KR53 OLE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is KR53 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 OLE shows 12 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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