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BP53 GUE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,431 mi
Last recorded60,431 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 60,431 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 57,472 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 57,472 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 52,913 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

both front tyres cracking on inner side walls

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 25 May 2016 52,913 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres cracking on inner side walls

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 27 May 2015 49,051 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres have slight cracks

Pass 27 May 2014 45,762 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres have slight cracks

Pass 20 May 2013 41,771 miles

Both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 May 2012 38,943 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 35,556 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 31,861 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 27,600 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 17,377 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 GUE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BP53 GUE, 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 GUE registered?

BP53 GUE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is BP53 GUE safe to buy?

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