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KS52 UVY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,500 mi
Last recorded129,500 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 UVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 129,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 125,029 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 120,706 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 115,026 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 109,902 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 105,775 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 96,445 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 96,445 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 83,955 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 73,069 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 62,901 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 51,519 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Jun 2007 51,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 50,125 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 50,120 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 40,999 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 UVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 UVY, 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 UVY?

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What year was KS52 UVY registered?

KS52 UVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is KS52 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 UVY 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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