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KY53 EFH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,558 mi
Last recorded74,558 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 EFH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 74,558 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 68,415 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 68,415 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 58,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 58,023 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 46,677 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 46,677 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 35,166 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 35,165 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 24,363 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 24,363 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 23,872 miles

Offside Front OSF HEAD LIGHT LENS DETERIORATING & NOT GIVING GOOD BEAM IMAGE.

UNDER BODY COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS.

Pass 5 Aug 2019 23,266 miles

UNDER BODY COVERS OSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS.

Pass 31 Aug 2018 22,492 miles

OSF HEAD LIGHT DETERIORATING & GIVING POOR BEAM IMAGE.

OSR TYRE 2008 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE GETTING OLD & DETERIORATING.(195-50X15V)

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT.

Fail 31 Aug 2018 22,492 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

OSF HEAD LIGHT DETERIORATING & GIVING POOR BEAM IMAGE.

OSR TYRE 2008 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE GETTING OLD & DETERIORATING.(195-50X15V)

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT.

Pass 23 Aug 2017 21,679 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

tyres appear underinflated and cracking in tread area and sidewalls

Fail 23 Aug 2017 21,679 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

tyres appear underinflated and cracking in tread area and sidewalls

Pass 17 Aug 2016 20,978 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 19,942 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 19,407 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,608 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 17,584 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,454 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,279 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 14,309 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 12,604 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 11,215 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 9,754 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 EFH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EFH, 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 KY53 EFH registered?

KY53 EFH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is KY53 EFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 EFH shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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