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KS53 KCO

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,145 mi
Last recorded82,145 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 KCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 82,145 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 78,392 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 73,180 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 66,962 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 66,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 61,700 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 61,700 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2011 52,500 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 52,500 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 45,630 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 41,140 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

advise both front wipers split.

Pass 12 Dec 2007 35,501 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 29,030 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2006 29,030 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside front repeator indicator cover broken.

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 KCO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KS53 KCO, 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 KS53 KCO?

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What year was KS53 KCO registered?

KS53 KCO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is KS53 KCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 KCO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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