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BN53 ECJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,662 mi
Last recorded96,662 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 96,662 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 90,067 miles

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

slight knock on steering column

Pass 26 Jul 2016 81,087 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 81,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 71,007 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2015 71,007 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

exhaust back box corroded

off side front top suspension leg bearing tight

Pass 11 Jul 2014 61,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 54,482 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 48,299 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 41,843 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,162 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,697 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 23,199 miles

o/s dip beam image poor but not aimed to dazzel

Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,746 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 13,589 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 ECJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ECJ, 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 ECJ registered?

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

Is BN53 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ECJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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