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CX53 FTP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,173 mi
Last recorded89,173 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2014 89,173 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 82,648 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 78,036 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 63,761 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 54,973 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 38,975 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 17,245 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 16,196 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 14,346 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 FTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FTP, 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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How do I check the history of CX53 FTP?

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What year was CX53 FTP registered?

CX53 FTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is CX53 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FTP shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX53 FTP have outstanding finance?

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