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KS53 HZB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,637 mi
Last recorded65,637 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 HZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 65,637 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 65,637 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 63,620 miles

nsr tyre slighty worn uneven

Pass 21 Mar 2014 61,106 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 59,063 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 52,114 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 52,113 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 45,475 miles

n/sr fotbrake slightly low compared to o/sr

o/sf flexi hose hose outer covering deteriated

Pass 15 Dec 2008 39,535 miles

under body covers fitted full inspection restricted.

Pass 13 Dec 2007 31,319 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 24,120 miles

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

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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KS53 HZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KS53 HZB, 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 KS53 HZB registered?

KS53 HZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is KS53 HZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 HZB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS53 HZB have outstanding finance?

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