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BK53 OBV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,936 mi
Last recorded55,936 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 55,936 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2016 55,217 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 55,217 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 53,234 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 49,558 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 43,409 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,947 miles

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

advise slight play at steering colum

advise slight play in nearside inner steering arm

Fail 20 Feb 2012 36,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

advise slight play at steering colum

advise slight play in nearside inner steering arm

Pass 27 Jan 2011 30,908 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 29,918 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 29,918 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 27,738 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 25,095 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 22,818 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 22,818 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BK53 OBV 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 73.3%.

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 OBV, 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

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What year was BK53 OBV registered?

BK53 OBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BK53 OBV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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