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DG53 PXZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69,840 mi
Last recorded69,840 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 PXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 69,840 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 56,872 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 56,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 54,218 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 50,720 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2012 46,836 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2011 43,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Jul 2011 43,929 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 40,680 miles

n/s front and n/s o/s rear tyres feathered

Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,635 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,160 miles

uneven tyre wear to n/s rear

Fail 20 Aug 2008 31,160 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

uneven tyre wear to n/s rear

Pass 24 Aug 2007 27,127 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 27,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 23,403 miles

under body not fully tested (plastic trims fitted)

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 PXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PXZ, 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 DG53 PXZ registered?

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

Is DG53 PXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 PXZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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