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KS03 OWG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

91,128 mi
Last recorded91,128 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 OWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 91,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 91,128 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 89,665 miles

front pads deteriorated

middle exhaust corroded

nearside rear coil spring corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2018 83,851 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Clip broken on offside headlight, headlight secure

Exhaust rusty

General corrosion

Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2017 79,195 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Exhaust rusty

Inner sills starting to corrode

Undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2016 76,630 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 74,297 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Exhaust in poor condition

Inner sills starting to corrode

Nearside front brake pads getting low

Offside front shock starting to leak

Offside front tyre wearing on edge

Fail 15 Oct 2015 74,297 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Exhaust in poor condition

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Offside (1.7.5a)

Inner sills starting to corrode

Nearside front brake pads getting low

Offside front shock starting to leak

Offside front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 4 Oct 2014 69,552 miles

exhaust in poor condition

nearside front brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 8 Oct 2013 65,212 miles

exhaust in poor condition

nearside front brake pipe starting to corrode

offside front tyre wearing on edge

offside rear tyre tread cracked

Fail 3 Oct 2013 65,150 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

exhaust in poor condition

nearside front brake pipe starting to corrode

offside front tyre wearing on edge

offside rear tyre tread cracked

Fail 8 Oct 2012 60,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake pipes starting to corrode

exhaust in poor condition

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

slight front brake judder nearside

Pass 8 Oct 2012 60,211 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode

exhaust in poor condition

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

slight front brake judder nearside

Pass 14 Oct 2011 56,288 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 52,046 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 46,129 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2009 46,129 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2008 37,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 37,915 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 27,823 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 27,823 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 19,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 OWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 OWG, 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 OWG?

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What year was KS03 OWG registered?

KS03 OWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is KS03 OWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OWG shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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