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CE53 VSC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,080 mi
Last recorded119,080 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 VSC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 119,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 118,428 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 111,476 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 104,637 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

silencer box starting to corrode

Pass 23 Aug 2019 95,559 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 95,558 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 88,788 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 88,788 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 85,284 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 85,284 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 81,045 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 75,496 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 69,964 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 64,759 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 59,915 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 53,456 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 48,399 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 42,015 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 37,288 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 30,842 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,399 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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CE53 VSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 CE53 VSC, 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 CE53 VSC?

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What year was CE53 VSC registered?

CE53 VSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is CE53 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 VSC shows 21 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.

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