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CP53 MHF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,954 mi
Last recorded69,954 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 MHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 69,954 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 67,995 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)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 66,090 miles

offside front / offside rear / nearside rear tyres starting to crack on side walls

Pass 6 Jun 2012 63,959 miles

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 62,076 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 60,090 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 57,595 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 54,799 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2007 46,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 46,462 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 44,611 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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CP53 MHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MHF, 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 MHF registered?

CP53 MHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is CP53 MHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 MHF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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