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KY53 HZT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,007 mi
Last recorded79,007 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 HZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 79,007 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2018 73,116 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 67,571 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 63,677 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

under tray fitted

Fail 21 Jun 2016 63,677 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under tray fitted

Pass 16 May 2015 57,102 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2015 57,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,792 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 45,284 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2012 39,168 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

could not check coplete feul and brake pipes due cover fitted under car

front and rear brake discs has score line

Pass 13 May 2011 33,617 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 29,296 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 28,569 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 26,993 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 25,540 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 HZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HZT, 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 HZT registered?

KY53 HZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is KY53 HZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY53 HZT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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