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BP53 RXD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,784 mi
Last recorded102,784 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 102,784 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 92,849 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 83,722 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 74,770 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 63,995 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 52,149 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 52,149 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 41,980 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 41,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 32,220 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 23,413 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 16,452 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 RXD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RXD, 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 RXD registered?

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

Is BP53 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 RXD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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