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CP53 FVE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,677 mi
Last recorded69,677 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 FVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2012 69,677 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 61,524 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 56,194 miles

near side rear crak on side wall.

Pass 29 Jun 2010 52,760 miles

ADVISE - REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED - REAR TYRES HEAVILY PERISHED

Pass 30 Jan 2009 33,478 miles

Advise rear tyres perished

Pass 1 Feb 2008 22,369 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 17,218 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 16,597 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 16,597 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CP53 FVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CP53 FVE, 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 CP53 FVE registered?

CP53 FVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is CP53 FVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 FVE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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