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BG53 PZP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

72,805 mi
Last recorded72,805 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 PZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 72,805 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 72,753 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 69,923 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 69,923 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 61,704 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

plastic covers fitted to sills and under floor

Pass 6 Oct 2018
Pass 21 Sep 2017 43,722 miles

brake pipe line corroded

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2016 42,463 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 41,344 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 40,446 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 37,613 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 34,643 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 30,977 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 27,618 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 23,486 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 18,784 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 14,839 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 10,692 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 10,692 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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BG53 PZP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG53 PZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 PZP registered?

BG53 PZP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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