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KS03 LSL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,794 mi
Last recorded156,794 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 156,794 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 152,372 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer shoulder

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Slight knock from steering column

Pass 12 Dec 2018 143,914 miles

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

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

slight knock in steering column

Pass 18 Dec 2017 131,313 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 131,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 117,283 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 103,097 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 85,847 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 70,195 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 55,934 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,608 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 43,433 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 40,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

tested when wet.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 30 Dec 2009 40,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

tested when wet.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 25 Jul 2008 37,639 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 37,634 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 34,722 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 32,094 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 LSL 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 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 KS03 LSL, 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 LSL registered?

KS03 LSL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is KS03 LSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 LSL 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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