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DE53 FMJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,600 mi
Last recorded103,600 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 FMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 103,600 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear arches corroded

both rear shock absorbers rusted

Pass 14 May 2019 92,187 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 82,180 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust centre box deteriorated

under body covers fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2018 82,180 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam 499 (1.7.5a)

exhaust centre box deteriorated

under body covers fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2017 77,225 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust system deteriorated (centre box)

under body covers fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2017 77,225 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall cracked and perished (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

exhaust system deteriorated (centre box)

under body covers fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2016 71,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75% worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing front most swinging arm attachment (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front most swinging arm attachment (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust box starting to deteriorate

under body covers fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2015 66,424 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

middle box in poor condition

Pass 27 Feb 2014 61,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 61,672 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 55,552 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 49,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight distortion both rear tyres

Pass 25 Feb 2011 44,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Feb 2010 38,345 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 31,910 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 31,903 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 20,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2006 13,165 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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DE53 FMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DE53 FMJ, 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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DE53 FMJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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