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KY03 TCJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,955 mi
Last recorded88,955 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 88,955 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 71,156 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 60,727 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 60,727 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 51,472 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on both edges

offside rear tyre cracking up slightly

Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,745 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Fail 3 Apr 2009 40,745 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 4 Apr 2008 32,739 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2007 23,834 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 20,185 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 TCJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TCJ, 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

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What year was KY03 TCJ registered?

KY03 TCJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is KY03 TCJ safe to buy?

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