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KY53 AAU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,384 mi
Last recorded82,384 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 AAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 82,384 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 78,788 miles

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

front plate is deteriated

Fail 31 Jul 2017 78,788 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

front plate is deteriated

Pass 28 Jul 2016 75,542 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake pads are close to the limit

Pass 31 Jul 2015 71,720 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 67,361 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 63,017 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 58,497 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 47,140 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 38,821 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 29,716 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 27,449 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 23,183 miles

N/S/R Tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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KY53 AAU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KY53 AAU, 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 KY53 AAU?

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What year was KY53 AAU registered?

KY53 AAU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KY53 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 AAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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