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BL53 YSX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,791 mi
Last recorded67,791 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 YSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2015 67,791 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 64,969 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 62,506 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 62,506 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 57,827 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 47,563 miles

Oil leak

multiple cuts rear tyres

Pass 23 Sep 2010 44,120 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,444 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 29,095 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2007 20,673 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 16,673 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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BL53 YSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BL53 YSX, 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 BL53 YSX registered?

BL53 YSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is BL53 YSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 YSX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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