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KS52 FOD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,640 mi
Last recorded79,640 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 FOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 79,640 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,507 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 76,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2017 72,937 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 69,150 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 65,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 61,793 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 57,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 55,225 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 55,225 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 52,360 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 46,842 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 42,186 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 42,186 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 35,073 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 30,041 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 FOD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FOD, 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 KS52 FOD registered?

KS52 FOD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is KS52 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 FOD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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