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KS03 YKR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

55,365 mi
Last recorded55,365 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 YKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 55,365 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Sep 2026 55,361 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2025 53,466 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 51,787 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 51,778 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 49,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 49,893 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to front brake pad material detached /significant amount of pad missing (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) missing pad material detached (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) missing half of the pad material missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 48,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 48,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 45,486 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 45,486 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 43,556 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 39,729 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 35,348 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 27,720 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 27,662 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 27,422 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,795 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger corroded.

Fail 23 Sep 2013 26,795 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger corroded.

Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,305 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 25,953 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 25,953 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 25,465 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 24,525 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 23,324 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 21,522 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 19,555 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 YKR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 YKR, 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 YKR?

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What year was KS03 YKR registered?

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

Is KS03 YKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 YKR shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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