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AD53 VSU

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

105,330 mi
Last recorded105,330 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 VSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 105,330 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 105,328 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 96,012 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 96,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 89,966 miles

Knocking noise steering column

N/S/F Tyre is 65% worn and worn on outer shoulder

Slight free play on steering wheel

Fail 9 Jan 2016 89,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Knocking noise steering column

N/S/F Tyre is 65% worn and worn on outer shoulder

Slight free play on steering wheel

Pass 10 Jan 2015 85,560 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 85,560 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2014
Fail 2 Jan 2014 82,040 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 75,973 miles

center rear seat belt buckle covering missing but not affecting operation of the buckle

knocking on steering heard but no play detected

Fail 28 Nov 2012 75,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

center rear seat belt buckle covering missing but not affecting operation of the buckle

knocking on steering heard but no play detected

Pass 26 Nov 2011 70,694 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 65,017 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 61,500 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 52,646 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 45,216 miles

Nail in O/S/R tyre tread.

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Note N/S/F tyre outer edge

Slight damage to o/s/r lamp unit lens.Does not affect operation

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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AD53 VSU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 57,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD53 VSU, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD53 VSU registered?

AD53 VSU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2004.

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