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KW03 KWE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,001 mi
Last recorded79,001 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 KWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 79,001 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 77,918 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 74,887 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 74,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 73,202 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 73,202 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 70,321 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 70,287 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 68,306 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 63,444 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 53,481 miles

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

n/s rear view mirror.

Pass 18 Aug 2010 53,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 45,036 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 40,978 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 40,976 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 37,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 33,340 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 KWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KWE, 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 KWE?

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What year was KW03 KWE registered?

KW03 KWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is KW03 KWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 KWE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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