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BP53 RXC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,738 mi
Last recorded72,738 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 72,738 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inside wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2017 69,984 miles

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

n/s/r tyre wear on outer edge

rear wiper worn

Fail 30 Mar 2017 69,979 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre wear on outer edge

rear wiper worn

Pass 11 Feb 2016 67,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wear on edges and nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 65,853 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 63,384 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 59,863 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Dec 2012 59,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 51,284 miles

rear no/plate discolouring

Pass 6 Jan 2011 42,327 miles

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

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 12 Dec 2009 33,509 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 26,439 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 20,150 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 14,476 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 RXC 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 RXC, 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

How do I check the history of BP53 RXC?

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What year was BP53 RXC registered?

BP53 RXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is BP53 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 RXC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP53 RXC have outstanding finance?

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