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KS03 ODN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,693 mi
Last recorded49,693 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 49,693 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

Offside Rear light cracked

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 45,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear light damaged

Pass 4 Sep 2020 41,944 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 40,082 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 40,082 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 37,613 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 May 2018 37,613 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 May 2017 35,604 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 35,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2016 33,020 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 29,961 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,012 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,498 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 26,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,183 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 23,646 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all four tyres slightly cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2010 21,892 miles

o/s/f & both rear tyres perishing

o/s screen washers low

n/s/f tyre tread low outer edge

Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,936 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

rear number plate slightly deterated

Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,475 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,978 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 ODN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ODN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KS03 ODN?

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What year was KS03 ODN registered?

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

Is KS03 ODN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 ODN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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