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KU53 GYB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 GYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 22 Jan 2020

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 83,698 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2018 83,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017

steering noise but not rough and hard to check steering uj due to under tray

under tray fitted some components might not be seen from under vehicle

Fail 18 Jan 2017

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight damage on outer support skin but not through to mesh and slight ageing cracks (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear cracking slightly due to age

steering noise but not rough and hard to check steering uj due to under tray

under tray fitted some components might not be seen from under vehicle

Pass 13 Jan 2016 78,669 miles

Deterioration cracks in O/S/R Tyre

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

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 76,205 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 72,994 miles

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

N/S/F tyre cracking

O/S/R tyre cracking

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wipers

Fail 21 Jan 2014 72,994 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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)

N/S/F tyre cracking

O/S/R tyre cracking

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wipers

Pass 23 Jan 2013 68,599 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 64,159 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 64,159 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 58,968 miles

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

Offside rear tyre inner edge out of shape

Pass 12 Jan 2011 58,968 miles

Offside rear tyre inner edge out of shape

Pass 22 Jan 2010 54,953 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 51,681 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 47,712 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 45,528 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 41,782 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 41,761 miles

Nearside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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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KU53 GYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 KU53 GYB, 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

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What year was KU53 GYB registered?

KU53 GYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is KU53 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU53 GYB shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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