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DA53 ZRF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,623 mi
Last recorded99,623 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 ZRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 99,623 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 90,055 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 90,055 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 80,697 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 71,602 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 63,247 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 63,247 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 53,679 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Undershields fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Mar 2008 47,770 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 47,765 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 41,385 miles

Item 1 Fuel cap tight to remove but does seal † 2 steering shaft intermittantly rubbing against cooling hose

Pass 9 Feb 2007 41,333 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 41,333 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 39,885 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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DA53 ZRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZRF, 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 DA53 ZRF registered?

DA53 ZRF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is DA53 ZRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 ZRF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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