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AX53 BWH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

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

RegistrationAX53 BWH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2019

Bumper insecure incorrect mounting screw, most not connected - bumper VERY loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested no checkable image (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak blown & ineffective (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak blown & ineffective (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested no checkable image (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure damaged (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak blown & ineffective (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

1 rear numberplate light not working

coil springs appear weak

corrosion:- both rear wheelarches, exhaust, front subframe, metal brake pipes,

manufacturer installed cover panels fitted concealing MOT testable items, underbody trays, outer sill covers, etc

noise from engine area...

offside front jacking point missing

steel spare wheel fitted offside rear

Pass 22 May 2018 126,261 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

sill covers fitted

under floor covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 123,557 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 120,633 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 120,633 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 117,254 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2015 117,254 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 107,300 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 May 2013 107,300 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 100,879 miles

covers under car

slight damage nsf wheel

Fail 31 May 2012 100,879 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both reg plates

covers under car

slight damage nsf wheel

slight rusting both font shocks

slight rusting rear car

Fail 8 Dec 2010 93,495 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 93,495 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 85,302 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 76,277 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 59,269 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

N/S/F Tyre wearing on outer edge of tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 43,895 miles

Both rear tyres have uneven wear on the inside edges of the tyres

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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AX53 BWH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 AX53 BWH, 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 AX53 BWH registered?

AX53 BWH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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