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KS03 YKP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,811 mi
Last recorded56,811 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 56,811 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 56,317 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 55,629 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 54,966 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 54,154 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,059 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 52,059 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 48,950 miles

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

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

eml is on.

Pass 24 Jun 2014 46,036 miles

both rear tyres have cracks to tread, o/s/r has wear on inner edge.

eml is on.

Pass 20 Jun 2013 43,151 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 43,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 40,526 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 37,868 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight cracks to both rear tyres.

Pass 16 Jun 2010 35,107 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 35,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 32,241 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 28,874 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 25,270 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 21,231 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 YKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YKP, 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 YKP registered?

KS03 YKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is KS03 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 YKP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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