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KY03 XOB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

102,899 mi
Last recorded102,899 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 XOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 102,899 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 102,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 101,359 miles

UNABLE TO COMPLETE FULL INSPECTION OF B/PIPES DUE TO COVERS

Pass 14 Aug 2023 100,593 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 99,500 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

Pass 12 Aug 2021 98,196 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 Aug 2020 97,601 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2019 95,669 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2018 93,219 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 90,295 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 90,295 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 88,389 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 82,988 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 82,988 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2014 81,640 miles

centre exhaust bracket detached from silencer

Pass 21 May 2013 80,370 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 78,912 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 77,056 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 May 2010 73,998 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 71,423 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 66,567 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 60,436 miles

n/s/r tyre is perishing !!

Pass 13 Mar 2006 57,413 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 XOB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KY03 XOB, 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 XOB registered?

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

Is KY03 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 XOB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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