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BP53 GRU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,756 mi
Last recorded73,756 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 GRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 May 2016 73,756 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 68,982 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 56,550 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 47,206 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 41,899 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 39,180 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2009 34,284 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 27,803 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 21,720 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 13,246 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 GRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GRU, 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 BP53 GRU registered?

BP53 GRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BP53 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 GRU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP53 GRU have outstanding finance?

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