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VA03 KNP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 KNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2024

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2023

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2022
Pass 8 Dec 2021
Pass 9 Dec 2020
Pass 12 Jun 2018 71,971 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 70,418 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 70,418 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Steering system excessively tight auxiliary belt broken (2.2.D.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 67,063 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 11,400 miles

Brake lines corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,592 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 51,595 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 45,279 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2012 45,279 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2011 39,077 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 39,077 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 33,973 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 29,502 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,502 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 25,654 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 21,812 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 17,743 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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VA03 KNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VA03 KNP, 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 VA03 KNP registered?

VA03 KNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is VA03 KNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 KNP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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