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KS53 SNX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,358 mi
Last recorded96,358 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 SNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 96,358 miles

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 94,358 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 90,413 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2012 85,436 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake flexi hoses upper protective covers split

excessive handbrake travel possible adjustment/repair required

front driving lamp warning lamp not illuminating

slight play steering column joint

Fail 21 Nov 2012 85,331 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake flexi hoses upper protective covers split

excessive handbrake travel possible adjustment/repair required

front driving lamp warning lamp not illuminating

slight play steering column joint

Pass 26 Nov 2011 78,184 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 64,203 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 54,312 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 45,227 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2007 35,323 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 SNX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SNX, 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 SNX?

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What year was KS53 SNX registered?

KS53 SNX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is KS53 SNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 SNX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS53 SNX have outstanding finance?

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