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KY03 ZYM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

127,908 mi
Last recorded127,908 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 ZYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2014 127,908 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 127,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 117,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emmissiom carryed out no print out

Fail 30 Sep 2013 117,582 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emmissiom carryed out no print out

emmsiom carried out no print out

Pass 12 Sep 2012 106,062 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 92,720 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 92,720 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 84,690 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 78,535 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 65,100 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 51,943 miles

ADVISE AGE CRACKS IN SIDE WALLS OF BOTH REAR TYRES.

Pass 16 Mar 2006 39,675 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 39,675 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 ZYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ZYM, 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 ZYM?

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What year was KY03 ZYM registered?

KY03 ZYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is KY03 ZYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 ZYM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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