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KS52 YFJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

68,041 mi
Last recorded68,041 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 68,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 68,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 65,374 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 64,982 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM FLEXI HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Feb 2020 64,980 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM FLEXI HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 61,475 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 54,281 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2017
Fail 8 Mar 2017

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 51,485 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 51,485 miles

Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 41,802 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 41,802 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 44,293 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 40,859 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 37,061 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 33,307 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 33,307 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,825 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 25,542 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 25,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 24,274 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 23,586 miles

Small cracks to outer edges of n/s/front, o/s/front, n/s/rear, tyres

Wipers not clearing screen properly

Fail 14 Feb 2007 23,586 miles

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

small cracks to outer edges of n/s/front, o/s/front, n/s/rear tyres

wipers not clearing screen properley

Pass 3 Feb 2006 22,822 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 YFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YFJ, 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 YFJ registered?

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

Is KS52 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YFJ shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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