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KT03 BWK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,078 mi
Last recorded99,078 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT03 BWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 99,078 miles

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended offside front lower arm front bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,098 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension bearing slightly noisy when turning steering

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 90,116 miles

exhaust back box - outer skin coroded

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror (8.1.2a)

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

unable to open bonnet, lever not operational. no under bonnet checks carried out.

Fail 28 Aug 2015 90,116 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view side mirror (8.1.2a)

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

exhaust back box - outer skin coroded

unable to open bonnet, lever not operational. no under bonnet checks carried out.

Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,787 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 9 Aug 2013 79,206 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 73,246 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 67,513 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 67,489 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 59,986 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 51,769 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s rear outer brake pad worn

Pass 5 Aug 2008 42,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Aug 2007 33,458 miles

n/s & o/s rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2006 27,617 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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KT03 BWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KT03 BWK, 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 KT03 BWK registered?

KT03 BWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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