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KS52 FNP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,552 mi
Last recorded139,552 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 FNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 139,552 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 133,482 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 127,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated.

Fail 10 Apr 2012 127,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated.

Pass 11 Apr 2011 121,829 miles

limited inspections at underbody of the vehicle due to under trays fitted.

sill covers fitted.

Pass 27 Apr 2010 111,478 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 99,783 miles

Advise child seat fitted at left rear.(visual inspection of this belt).

Advise front and rear number plates both delaminated at top.

Pass 31 May 2008 85,305 miles

Advise small cut in right front tyre.

Fail 31 May 2008 85,305 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Advise small cut in right front tyre.

Pass 1 Jun 2007 68,325 miles

Advise fron and rear number plates slightly delaminated.

Advise headlamp aims adjusted.

Pass 11 Jan 2006 45,206 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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KS52 FNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 KS52 FNP, 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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How do I check the history of KS52 FNP?

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What year was KS52 FNP registered?

KS52 FNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is KS52 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 FNP shows 11 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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