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KW03 KUB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

71,862 mi
Last recorded71,862 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 KUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 71,862 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 68,755 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 68,755 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 67,383 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,663 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 63,663 miles

Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 59,480 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 59,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Jul 2017 55,597 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2017 55,597 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 50,739 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2015 46,216 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 42,311 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 38,888 miles

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

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

o/& n/s front tyres inner & outer edges deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2012 36,473 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 34,763 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 33,227 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 33,227 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,071 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,498 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 25,722 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 21,840 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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KW03 KUB 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 KW03 KUB, 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 KW03 KUB?

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What year was KW03 KUB registered?

KW03 KUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is KW03 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 KUB 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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