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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear silencer deteriated
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear silencer deteriated
slight backlash movement in steering column assy
Central Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' hanging obstruction (8.3.1e)
slight backlash movement in steering column assy
both front brake discs pitted
both front flexi brake hoses perished
o/s/f metal brake pipe corroded
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
all tyres perished on outer edje poss due to age of tyre
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BK53 BYW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 BK53 BYW, 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 BK53 BYW registered?
BK53 BYW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 September 2003.
Is BK53 BYW safe to buy?
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