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DG53 RGX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

84,302 mi
Last recorded84,302 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 RGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 84,302 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 79,091 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 79,091 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 70,961 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 70,961 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 53,153 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 53,153 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 40,320 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 40,320 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 28,246 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 28,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 13,370 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 RGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RGX, 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 DG53 RGX?

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What year was DG53 RGX registered?

DG53 RGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is DG53 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 RGX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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