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BK53 BYW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 BYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019

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))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 49,485 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 49,485 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 47,507 miles

slight backlash movement in steering column assy

Fail 30 May 2017 47,507 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,309 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,227 miles

both front brake discs pitted

both front flexi brake hoses perished

o/s/f metal brake pipe corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2014 41,958 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,110 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 39,640 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 37,859 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 35,786 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 33,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,862 miles

all tyres perished on outer edje poss due to age of tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2007 24,287 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,429 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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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.

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