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BN53 EBJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,263 mi
Last recorded70,263 miles
Recorded on4 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 EBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2023 70,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 59,915 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 52,867 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 52,867 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 51,644 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 50,300 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 50,016 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 48,870 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 47,208 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 44,985 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 42,038 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,087 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,015 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 32,417 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 28,875 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 26,043 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 22,494 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 20,373 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 18,966 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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BN53 EBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BN53 EBJ, 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 BN53 EBJ registered?

BN53 EBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 EBJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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