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KY53 HFL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,438 mi
Last recorded121,438 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 121,438 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 121,435 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 119,162 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 116,962 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 115,045 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 115,041 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 112,339 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 112,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 102,547 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 94,394 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 87,251 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 79,257 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 70,427 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 61,128 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,128 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,457 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 45,439 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 34,609 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 26,427 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 19,200 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 17,028 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 14,370 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 HFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HFL, 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 HFL registered?

KY53 HFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is KY53 HFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HFL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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