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KS52 YDB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,680 mi
Last recorded67,680 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 YDB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 67,680 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 67,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 46,555 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 46,555 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 42,812 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 39,590 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 35,181 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,938 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 27,799 miles

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

front tyres cracking at sidewalls

Pass 12 Feb 2008 22,631 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 18,539 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 13,087 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 YDB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YDB, 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 YDB?

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What year was KS52 YDB registered?

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

Is KS52 YDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YDB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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