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KS03 OWZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,711 mi
Last recorded48,711 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 48,711 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 46,262 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 42,321 miles

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

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

near side front tyre worn inner & outer edges

off side front tyre worn inner & outer edges

off side rear tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

Fail 28 Sep 2012 42,320 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

near side front tyre worn inner & outer edges

off side front tyre worn inner & outer edges

off side rear tyre slight worn inner & outer edges

Pass 19 Mar 2011 37,561 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 33,432 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,275 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

light damage present on nearside front tyre outer sidewall

offside rear tyre wearing low on inner shoulder

underside of vehicle covered in plastic shielding (preventing inspection of testable items)

trim adrift from drivers seat base allowing seatbelt to foul againt frame/components (minor scuffing to seatbelt webbing noticed at time of test)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 17,636 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 14,172 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 OWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OWZ, 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 OWZ registered?

KS03 OWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is KS03 OWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OWZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS03 OWZ have outstanding finance?

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