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CP53 TTK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

61,719 mi
Last recorded61,719 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 TTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 61,719 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 57,499 miles

N/s front anti roll bar link worn

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 57,486 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 53,368 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 51,326 miles

N/s o/s rear brake pipes starting to corrode

O/s rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 7 Jun 2018 49,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2017 48,073 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 46,994 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 44,729 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 44,729 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 42,694 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 42,694 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 41,430 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 39,165 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing low inner edges

front/rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 8 Mar 2011 34,578 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 29,453 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 24,090 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 18,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 18,905 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 12,460 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 11,417 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 TTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 TTK, 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 CP53 TTK registered?

CP53 TTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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