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CX53 FPN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,291 mi
Last recorded76,291 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 FPN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 76,291 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2017 76,245 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 67,527 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2016 67,514 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 56,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 48,647 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 48,086 miles

rear exhaust braket corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 46,801 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly perrished

Pass 23 Sep 2011 44,652 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 44,652 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 39,428 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,448 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Sep 2008 27,939 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 21,759 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 15,232 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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CX53 FPN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CX53 FPN, 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

How do I check the history of CX53 FPN?

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What year was CX53 FPN registered?

CX53 FPN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is CX53 FPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FPN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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