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BP53 LHJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,256 mi
Last recorded66,256 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 LHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 66,256 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 66,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 57,637 miles

front brake pads getting low

n/s/f steering arm slight play

n/s/r inner sill well corroded

o/s/f tyre 2mm

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 23 Sep 2015 57,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake pads getting low

n/s/f steering arm slight play

n/s/r inner sill well corroded

o/s/f tyre 2mm

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Oct 2014 46,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s side repeater faded

n/s/f flexi hose perished

o/s wiper poor

o/s/f flexi hose well perished

Fail 1 Oct 2014 46,224 miles

o/s/f flexi hose well perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

n/s side repeater faded

n/s/f flexi hose perished

o/s wiper poor

Fail 30 Aug 2013 39,603 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 39,603 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012
Pass 6 Aug 2011 32,718 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 27,423 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 26,521 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 25,475 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 24,427 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,911 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 LHJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LHJ, 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 LHJ registered?

BP53 LHJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BP53 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 LHJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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