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DG53 PVZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,697 mi
Last recorded89,697 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 PVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 89,697 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 84,847 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2015 80,558 miles

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

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated.

Fail 16 Oct 2015 80,566 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated.

Pass 11 Oct 2014 75,479 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly deteriated.

Pass 11 Oct 2013 70,586 miles

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

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 19 Oct 2012 66,007 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 66,007 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 59,839 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 54,189 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 54,189 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 44,872 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 40,631 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 35,084 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 26,963 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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DG53 PVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG53 PVZ, 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 DG53 PVZ registered?

DG53 PVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 PVZ safe to buy?

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