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BK53 FLP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,163 mi
Last recorded77,163 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 77,163 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 70,333 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 65,571 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 65,571 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 59,124 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 49,410 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres are starting to perish & crack.

Pass 30 Aug 2012 44,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear both tyres tearing apart

Pass 7 Sep 2011 42,304 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 39,019 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 39,000 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 36,542 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyres in poor condition

Vehicle fitted with full undertay

Fail 7 Sep 2009 36,542 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front and offside rear tyres in poor condition

Vehicle fitted with full undertay

Pass 17 Sep 2008 34,133 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 31,504 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 28,635 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 FLP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FLP, 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

How do I check the history of BK53 FLP?

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What year was BK53 FLP registered?

BK53 FLP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BK53 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 FLP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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