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DA53 OMR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

72,386 mi
Last recorded72,386 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 OMR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 72,386 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))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 71,631 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 70,888 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 69,569 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 68,697 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 67,722 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 66,039 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 66,039 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 64,280 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 62,084 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,689 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 59,688 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 57,007 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 52,877 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 47,072 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,406 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 35,012 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 30,267 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 30,267 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 25,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 25,014 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,916 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 16,003 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 16,003 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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DA53 OMR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 DA53 OMR, 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 DA53 OMR?

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What year was DA53 OMR registered?

DA53 OMR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is DA53 OMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 OMR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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