2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · KW53 BKD
2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 73,769 miles. MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,769 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KW53 BKD Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2021
- 73,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KW53 BKD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (KW53 BKD) between December 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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