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AJ53 SFX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,331 mi
Last recorded109,331 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 SFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 109,331 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside outer sill cover parts missing and damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Feb 2016 109,332 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside outer sill cover parts missing and damaged

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 88,106 miles

Engine warning light on

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear exhaust mount broken off

sill plastics all smashed but not dangerous

Pass 25 Feb 2014 74,188 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 74,140 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 61,207 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 61,207 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 53,962 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 53,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 48,150 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 39,278 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 30,023 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 20,522 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 11,059 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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AJ53 SFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AJ53 SFX, 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 AJ53 SFX registered?

AJ53 SFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is AJ53 SFX safe to buy?

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