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KS52 YCN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 YCN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer deterating

engine covers fitted

mileage not readable

o/s and n/s sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2021 109,589 miles

Rear exhaust silencer deterating

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2020 108,672 miles

Rear exh silencer deterating

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2019 104,959 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2018 101,344 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 2 Feb 2017 95,596 miles

Offside Rear tyre getting low

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 25 Feb 2016 91,270 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2016 91,237 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2015 86,022 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing thin

surface rust on rear brake discs

Pass 10 Jan 2014 81,517 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 75,129 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 68,982 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 62,519 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 56,648 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 51,314 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 51,314 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 46,778 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 41,145 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 34,609 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 YCN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YCN, 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 YCN?

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What year was KS52 YCN registered?

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

Is KS52 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YCN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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