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KS03 OWM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

133,605 mi
Last recorded133,605 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 OWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 133,605 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 129,984 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))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 126,732 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 124,071 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 124,060 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 115,872 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 103,109 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 88,146 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 71,644 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 57,377 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 47,891 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 41,762 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 36,490 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 30,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 24,562 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 16,654 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 OWM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 OWM, 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 OWM registered?

KS03 OWM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is KS03 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OWM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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