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KS52 YEV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

65,410 mi
Last recorded65,410 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 65,410 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 64,961 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 64,102 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 62,695 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 61,424 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 59,280 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 58,404 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 56,784 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 54,960 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 49,395 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 44,004 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 41,667 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 37,410 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 37,044 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 37,044 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear wiper scraching window

Pass 2 Jan 2008 36,515 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 34,214 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 YEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YEV, 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.

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What year was KS52 YEV registered?

KS52 YEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 February 2003.

Is KS52 YEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YEV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS52 YEV have outstanding finance?

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