2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · KR53 DHC
2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 03 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 106,899 miles. MOT expired on 05 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,899 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KR53 DHC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2023
- 106,899 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KR53 DHC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (KR53 DHC) between July 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
KR53 DHC Mileage History
- 04/07/2022101,188 mi
- 04/07/2022101,188 mi
- 06/07/2023106,899 mi+5,711 mi
Average of roughly 5,683 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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