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CE53 VSA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,557 mi
Last recorded94,557 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 VSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 94,557 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 89,602 miles

Centre rear lap belt missing

Engine light on

Fail 18 Aug 2016 89,602 miles

Centre rear lap belt missing

Engine light on

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 84,204 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 77,501 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 77,501 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 68,637 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,698 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 50,835 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 41,895 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 36,021 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 34,797 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2007 31,422 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 31,422 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 25,026 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 25,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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CE53 VSA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE53 VSA, 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 CE53 VSA registered?

CE53 VSA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is CE53 VSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 VSA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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