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KS03 OEC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

99,784 mi
Last recorded99,784 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 99,784 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 99,784 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 87,570 miles

both front indicators slightly faded

n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe corroded

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2020 87,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both front indicators slightly faded

n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipe corroded

n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2019 69,805 miles

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipes corroded

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 4 Jun 2019 69,805 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

n/s/r and o/s/r brake pipes corroded

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 8 Jun 2018 57,799 miles

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

slight knock from steering column area

Fail 7 Jun 2018 57,791 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

slight knock from steering column area

Pass 5 Jun 2017 55,550 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 53,410 miles

brake pad warning light on

Fail 6 Jun 2016 53,404 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 2 Mar 2015 49,249 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,863 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,651 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 46,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 45,359 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking on shoulder

Pass 15 Jun 2012 41,175 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 41,175 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 40,163 miles

EML on

small chips in windscreen

Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,122 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 38,132 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,772 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 8 Jun 2007 27,462 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 22,652 miles

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

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 OEC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OEC, 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

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What year was KS03 OEC registered?

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

Is KS03 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OEC shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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