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DE53 MXC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

119,648 mi
Last recorded119,648 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 MXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 119,648 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perished and low on edges

corrosion to rear inner sill

Pass 20 Mar 2017 107,573 miles

front brake hoses perishing

off side rear metal brake pipe rusting near hose

play in steering mechanism detected at steering wheel

undertray insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2017 107,567 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front brake hoses perishing

off side rear metal brake pipe rusting near hose

play in steering mechanism detected at steering wheel

undertray insecure

Pass 18 Mar 2016 97,530 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 92,644 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2015 92,634 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 84,112 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2014 84,112 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2013 73,256 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

spare tyre on limit

Pass 14 Feb 2013 73,256 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

spare tyre on limit

Pass 17 Feb 2012 62,142 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2011 54,266 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 45,680 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 38,048 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 38,043 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 30,366 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 30,364 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 17,081 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,866 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 MXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MXC, 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 DE53 MXC registered?

DE53 MXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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