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KS53 OVW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,439 mi
Last recorded51,439 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 51,439 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 51,439 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 37,872 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jun 2017 31,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 31,320 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 30,610 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 30,004 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 30,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,393 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,309 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,315 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 20,722 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,239 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 18,239 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 15,356 miles

All 4 road tyres are perished and splitting around the tread area.

Fail 24 Jun 2008 15,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

All 4 road tyres are perished and splitting around the tread area.

Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,157 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 9,054 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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KS53 OVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OVW, 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 KS53 OVW registered?

KS53 OVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is KS53 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 OVW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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