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CV53 MFK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,955 mi
Last recorded106,955 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 MFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 106,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 100,278 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 91,664 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2013 91,656 miles

Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2012 84,760 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyres showing strange wear pattern to inner tread

Pass 22 Jul 2011 76,240 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 67,308 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 58,675 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 58,675 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 51,129 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 42,228 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 42,228 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 33,412 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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CV53 MFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CV53 MFK, 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 CV53 MFK registered?

CV53 MFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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