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KY53 HRC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,622 mi
Last recorded121,622 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 HRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 121,622 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 109,902 miles

Offside Rear child seat fitted unable to check seat belt

Fail 21 Nov 2015 109,758 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear child seat fitted unable to check seat belt

Fail 29 Nov 2014 97,688 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 97,688 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 84,775 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 72,875 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 63,158 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 54,789 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 47,136 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

freeplay in steering column universal joints - just acceptable

full underbody shields fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2009 47,136 miles

freeplay in steering column universal joints - just acceptable

full underbody shields fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2008 43,577 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2007 39,531 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 HRC 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 76.9%.

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 HRC, 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 HRC registered?

KY53 HRC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is KY53 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HRC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KY53 HRC have outstanding finance?

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