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KY03 MFP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,234 mi
Last recorded118,234 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 MFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 118,234 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 113,040 miles

exhaust corroded

slight oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 109,101 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 109,101 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 99,340 miles

rear exhaust box corroded.

Fail 20 May 2014 99,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 23 May 2013 91,683 miles

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

Nearside front seat belt slow to retract

Rear exhaust box poor condition

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 May 2013 91,683 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside front seat belt slow to retract

Rear exhaust box poor condition

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 83,726 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside rear tyre cut in tread and tyre cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,246 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 58,108 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 58,108 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 40,041 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 40,041 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 30,067 miles

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

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

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 MFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MFP, 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 KY03 MFP registered?

KY03 MFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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