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KY03 LPJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,273 mi
Last recorded52,273 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 LPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 52,273 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 52,273 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,960 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 34,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 31,063 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 31,063 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 28,248 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 24,551 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,955 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 21,109 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 20,094 miles

cuts o/s/f tyre

knocking noise from steering

Pass 14 Jun 2008 19,058 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 18,187 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 16,981 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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KY03 LPJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KY03 LPJ, 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 KY03 LPJ?

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What year was KY03 LPJ registered?

KY03 LPJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is KY03 LPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 LPJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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