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KS03 LRV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,174 mi
Last recorded89,174 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 LRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 89,174 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Aug 2021 89,168 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Jul 2020 85,861 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 84,178 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 80,033 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 75,012 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 70,243 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 65,533 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 62,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2013 59,861 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 56,922 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 54,271 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 51,821 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 48,619 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 48,619 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 45,725 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 41,979 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 39,333 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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KS03 LRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KS03 LRV, 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 KS03 LRV registered?

KS03 LRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is KS03 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 LRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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