MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,832 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe slightly corroded rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
Central Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Exhaust noisy corroded (7.1.4)
Front Outer Side repeater slightly discoloured both - slight (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged stiff ()
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight - play in steering parts and components ()
Steering column top bearing slightly worn steering wheel knob / stick / selector worn (2.1.2c)
Steering system slightly rough rack has play - slight (2.2.D.1)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear axle mounting areas - inner sills - ( under cover trays fitted (6.1.B.2)
Front Front position lamp(s) not working flash (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Brake pipe slightly corroded rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
Central Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Exhaust noisy corroded (7.1.4)
Front Outer Side repeater slightly discoloured both - slight (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged stiff ()
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight - play in steering parts and components ()
Steering column top bearing slightly worn steering wheel knob / stick / selector worn (2.1.2c)
Steering system slightly rough rack has play - slight (2.2.D.1)
Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear axle mounting areas - inner sills - ( under cover trays fitted (6.1.B.2)
Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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BD53 DFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 BD53 DFO, 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 BD53 DFO registered?
BD53 DFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2003.
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