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KS03 YJD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,819 mi
Last recorded62,819 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 YJD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 62,819 miles

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

both headlights deteriorated

both wiper blades deteriorated

front brake hoses deteriorated

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 28 Jun 2018 62,250 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge just passes

Fail 28 Jun 2018 62,250 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge just passes

Pass 26 Jul 2017 61,731 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 61,731 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 61,000 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 59,090 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 1 Jul 2015 59,090 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2014 56,984 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 24 Jun 2014 56,984 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 25 May 2013 54,459 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 54,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2012 51,565 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 48,593 miles

inside wall on nearside front tyre starting to split

Pass 29 Apr 2010 46,006 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 46,006 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 43,115 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 38,735 miles

rear tyres cracked

Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,816 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 22,780 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 YJD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YJD, 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 YJD registered?

KS03 YJD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is KS03 YJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 YJD shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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