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KS03 ZRF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

91,973 mi
Last recorded91,973 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 ZRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 91,973 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 82,244 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Offside Rear tyre is worn very close to the legal limit

Rear brake pipes corroded

Underbody plastics blocking view of prescribed areas and main brake pipes

Wiper blades split

Pass 7 Oct 2022 71,653 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Oct 2022 71,581 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 60,823 miles

Offside Front tyre on 3mm

full belly pan fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2021 60,388 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front tyre on 3mm

full belly pan fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2020 52,390 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 50,506 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 49,426 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 48,521 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,505 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 45,816 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 44,611 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 43,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 May 2013 43,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 42,511 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,601 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 34,918 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 34,918 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 29,720 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 16 Aug 2007 24,552 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 16,474 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 ZRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZRF, 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 ZRF registered?

KS03 ZRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is KS03 ZRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 ZRF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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