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KV03 FFW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,739 mi
Last recorded74,739 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 FFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 74,739 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 68,513 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 62,038 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 52,234 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 38,958 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2013 36,714 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2012 34,813 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 34,808 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,877 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,709 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 27,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 201,853 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 17,424 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 14,868 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 FFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KV03 FFW, 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 FFW registered?

KV03 FFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is KV03 FFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 FFW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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