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DF53 VHC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,782 mi
Last recorded79,782 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 VHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 79,782 miles

centre exhaust strap broken

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

deterioration to front nearside tyre/inner side wall starting to split

deterioration to front offside tyre/worn on the inner edge

deterioration to rear nearside tyre/cut in side wall

Fail 6 Feb 2017 79,782 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre exhaust strap broken

deterioration to front nearside tyre/inner side wall starting to split

deterioration to front offside tyre/worn on the inner edge

deterioration to rear nearside tyre/cut in side wall

Pass 4 Mar 2016 74,622 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 74,620 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 64,939 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 58,961 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 54,108 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 49,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 49,460 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 44,769 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 39,104 miles

advise spare steel road wheel fitted to n/s/r when presented fro test

Pass 12 Jan 2009 36,097 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 27,445 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 22,391 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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DF53 VHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DF53 VHC, 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 DF53 VHC?

You can check the full history of DF53 VHC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF53 VHC registered?

DF53 VHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is DF53 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 VHC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF53 VHC have outstanding finance?

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