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KS53 YFN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

59,828 mi
Last recorded59,828 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 YFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 59,828 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 53,980 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 53,980 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 50,091 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 48,403 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 46,365 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 43,465 miles

Nearside Rear tyre parised

Pass 22 Aug 2016 39,084 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 38,827 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and has fine cracks

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

Offside Front Tyre Perished and has fine cracks

Fail 8 Sep 2015 38,827 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high Both front (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and has fine cracks

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

Offside Front Tyre Perished and has fine cracks

Fail 3 Sep 2014 32,887 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

nearside rear tyre perished and cracking

offside front tyre perished and cracking

Pass 3 Sep 2014 32,887 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre perished and cracking

offside front tyre perished and cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,831 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 36,140 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 36,140 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 33,510 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 32,696 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,636 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 30,846 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 30,846 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 30,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,030 miles

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

nearside rear jacking point (rubber) missing

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 YFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YFN, 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 YFN?

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What year was KS53 YFN registered?

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

Is KS53 YFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 YFN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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