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BJ53 PXW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,805 mi
Last recorded58,805 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 PXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 58,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2026 58,805 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 56,373 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024
Pass 14 Aug 2023 51,474 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 51,474 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 48,932 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 46,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 44,355 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2

Pass 14 Sep 2019 42,566 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (size 195.50.R15) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Wheel alignment recommended.

Fail 14 Sep 2019 42,566 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (size 195.50.R15) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Wheel alignment recommended.

Pass 15 Sep 2018 40,101 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 37,976 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 35,685 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 35,685 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure treaded surface uneven (4.1.D.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement locking mechanism out of alignment (7.2.4b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 33,650 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,288 miles

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

offside rear tyre unable to distinguish between normal undulations in the carcass, resulting from manufacturing, and lumps or bulges caused by structural deterioration.

Pass 4 Sep 2013 30,485 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 30,484 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 27,674 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 27,674 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 24,691 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 21,732 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 18,850 miles

slightly play on streening universal joint

Pass 15 Sep 2008 15,626 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 13,064 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 11,126 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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BJ53 PXW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PXW, 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 PXW registered?

BJ53 PXW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ53 PXW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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