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DE53 UTN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,189 mi
Last recorded84,189 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 UTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 84,189 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall starting to crack

Fail 8 Apr 2016 84,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall starting to crack

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 82,254 miles

both rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 24 Mar 2014 79,804 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 79,153 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 77,112 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2012 71,728 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 63,993 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 63,993 miles

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

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

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Fail 1 Feb 2010 55,932 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 55,932 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 47,802 miles

wear in front brake discs and pads app 2/3 rds worn advise inspection

Fail 10 Feb 2009 47,802 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

wear in front brake discs and pads app 2/3 rds worn advise inspection

Pass 5 Feb 2008 40,190 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 34,768 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 33,891 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 UTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UTN, 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

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What year was DE53 UTN registered?

DE53 UTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is DE53 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 UTN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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