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KS52 WPM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,480 mi
Last recorded75,480 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 75,480 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2013 75,480 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 72,204 miles

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

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

air bag light on.

Pass 29 Mar 2011 67,746 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 600,055 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 56,241 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 48,474 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 34,741 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 24,354 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 WPM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 WPM, 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 WPM registered?

KS52 WPM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is KS52 WPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 WPM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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