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BJ53 JKK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,770 mi
Last recorded95,770 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 JKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 95,770 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 88,438 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 82,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 75,718 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 70,197 miles

Front tyres slightly perrished.

Fail 11 Jul 2014 70,197 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front tyres slightly perrished.

Pass 12 Jun 2013 64,003 miles

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 28 Jul 2012 60,558 miles

offside rear tyre wearing inner edge

rear wiper blade split

Fail 27 Jul 2012 60,531 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside rear tyre wearing inner edge

rear wiper blade split

Pass 29 Jul 2011 54,938 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 49,365 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 42,563 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 42,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2008 39,805 miles

STRONG ADVISORY. BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN TO LEGAL LIMIT

Fail 3 Jan 2007 37,791 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 37,791 miles

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

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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BJ53 JKK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ53 JKK, 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 BJ53 JKK registered?

BJ53 JKK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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