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KS52 YFK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,117 mi
Last recorded72,117 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 72,117 miles

Condition of exhaust

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 70,400 miles

Condition of wiper blades

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 68,005 miles

Condition of exhaust

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 65,668 miles

Condition of exhaust

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 63,096 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Condition of exhaust

Corosion to both rear brake pipes to flexi

Corosion to offside front brake pipe to flexi

Pass 18 Jul 2011 58,997 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight play in steering rack

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 7 Jun 2010 56,644 miles

Wear to front tyres

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Condition of both front brake hose pipes

Condition of exhaust

Pass 26 May 2009 53,986 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 52,072 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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 22 May 2008 52,072 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 46,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 39,203 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 YFK 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 91.7%.

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 YFK, 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 YFK?

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What year was KS52 YFK registered?

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

Is KS52 YFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YFK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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