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CK53 ORF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,795 mi
Last recorded85,795 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 ORF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 85,795 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management light

Fail 20 Oct 2017 85,795 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine management light

Pass 18 Oct 2016 78,724 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 71,682 miles

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

Front brake inbalance 24%

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 64,587 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 58,581 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 54,889 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 50,126 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 45,217 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 40,875 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 35,567 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 29,401 miles

n/s/r tyre low on tread on outer edge

Pass 18 Oct 2006 25,043 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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CK53 ORF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CK53 ORF, 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.

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What year was CK53 ORF registered?

CK53 ORF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is CK53 ORF safe to buy?

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