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KS52 WOB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,468 mi
Last recorded139,468 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 WOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 139,468 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 11 Dec 2015 139,468 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 127,426 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 127,426 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 124,995 miles

unable check whole under side of car 100% due to plastic covers

Fail 8 Aug 2013 117,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 117,467 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 109,303 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 99,987 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 89,110 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2010 89,110 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 77,991 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 17,797 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 7,140 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 WOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WOB, 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 WOB?

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What year was KS52 WOB registered?

KS52 WOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is KS52 WOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 WOB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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