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KY53 EDK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

168,311 mi
Last recorded168,311 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 EDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 168,311 miles

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Jul 2016 126,676 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2016 126,676 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2015 83,164 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 78,430 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 72,254 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 65,614 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 58,385 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 10 May 2010 52,093 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 44,779 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2008 38,475 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 34,151 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 31,548 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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KY53 EDK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel 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 EDK, 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 KY53 EDK registered?

KY53 EDK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is KY53 EDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 EDK 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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