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KS52 NYD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

79,028 mi
Last recorded79,028 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 NYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 79,028 miles

Knocking noise from steering column when rocked - no visible play

Fail 14 Jan 2026 79,024 miles

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

Knocking noise from steering column when rocked - no visible play

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill corroded - no holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 77,895 miles

The steering has a slight knock through it when rocked side to side

Pass 11 Jan 2024 77,012 miles

slight knocking noise from steering column - no play found

Pass 11 Jan 2023 75,673 miles

exhaust emmisions only just met plate value

Pass 6 Jan 2022 73,697 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 72,735 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 72,068 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 70,021 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 70,021 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 68,215 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 66,243 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 63,449 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 60,170 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 56,955 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 53,377 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 49,161 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 49,157 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 44,813 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 40,586 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 36,600 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 33,518 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 33,513 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 3 Jan 2007 28,404 miles

Advise a book under the drivers seat can or could get trapped under the drivers foot controls !

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 28,404 miles

Advise a book under the drivers seat can or could get trapped under the drivers foot controls !

Pass 6 Jan 2006 20,927 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 NYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 NYD, 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 KS52 NYD?

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What year was KS52 NYD registered?

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

Is KS52 NYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 NYD shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS52 NYD have outstanding finance?

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