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KS52 UVA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

89,827 mi
Last recorded89,827 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 89,827 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 89,827 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 84,695 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 77,744 miles

Front Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires head lights (1.9.2c)

Fail 22 Jan 2016 77,744 miles

Front Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires head lights (1.9.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam poor connection (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 69,915 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 69,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 61,057 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 61,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2013 52,612 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 51,320 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 51,320 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 47,785 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 47,773 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2010 44,447 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 44,447 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 22 May 2009 38,232 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 38,232 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 35,495 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 31,512 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 26,952 miles

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

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 UVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UVA, 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 UVA?

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What year was KS52 UVA registered?

KS52 UVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is KS52 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 UVA shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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