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CV53 ONW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,517 mi
Last recorded71,517 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 ONW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 71,517 miles

front discs worn and grooved

noisey bearing engine bay sounds winey

Pass 11 Aug 2014 64,958 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 59,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 51,844 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 51,844 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 43,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn and pitted

Fail 21 Jul 2011 43,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn and pitted

Pass 23 Jul 2010 32,095 miles

Slight outer sidewall damage to both rear tyres

Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,005 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 22,130 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 20,242 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 15,369 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 ONW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CV53 ONW, 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 CV53 ONW registered?

CV53 ONW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is CV53 ONW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 ONW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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