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BP53 FUD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,299 mi
Last recorded35,299 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 FUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2020 35,299 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 34,849 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 34,157 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 34,157 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2017 33,151 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 33,151 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,911 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 30,144 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 28,678 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 26,773 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 25,516 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 24,039 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 22,460 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 20,500 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 16,327 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 10,985 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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BP53 FUD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BP53 FUD, 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.

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What year was BP53 FUD registered?

BP53 FUD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is BP53 FUD safe to buy?

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