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KS52 YFH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,609 mi
Last recorded77,609 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 77,609 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 68,514 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,649 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 61,428 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 55,550 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 52,444 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 48,857 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 26 Feb 2013 48,857 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 44,467 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 40,663 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 40,663 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 64,834 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 34,665 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 32,278 miles

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,020 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 25,575 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 YFH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YFH, 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 YFH registered?

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

Is KS52 YFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YFH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS52 YFH have outstanding finance?

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