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KV03 FFD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

73,958 mi
Last recorded73,958 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 FFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2023 73,958 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

engine noise requires investigation

Pass 5 Feb 2022 67,951 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2022 67,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 62,341 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 60,301 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 60,301 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 48,240 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 43,375 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 40,460 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cover and shields fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2016 37,494 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 37,460 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,712 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 30,276 miles

N/S/R tyre is heavily perished on both inner and outer walls. 3mm tread.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,955 miles

Both rear tyres heavily perished on outer sidewalls

N/S/F Tyre starting to wear on inner edge

N/S/F has spare wheel fitted, tyres are same size tho.

O/S/F Tyre bald on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2012 20,180 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 15,282 miles

slight cracks in rear tyre side walls

Pass 3 Mar 2010 14,674 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,733 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,618 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 11,117 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,962 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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KV03 FFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KV03 FFD, 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 KV03 FFD registered?

KV03 FFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is KV03 FFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 FFD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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