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EA53 PXM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 PXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)

N/s/f tyre perished

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

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

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

Under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2015 172,876 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front steering arms slight play

Fail 17 Jun 2015 172,876 miles

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

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

battery light on

front steering arms slight play

Pass 6 Aug 2014 166,538 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 154,252 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

both rear tyres just starting to crack

rear exhaust silencer box corroded

windscreen wipers starting to smear

Fail 1 Aug 2012 146,482 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 146,482 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 137,617 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 137,617 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 117,292 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 12 Aug 2010 117,292 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 108,158 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

THE REAR BRAKE DISC'S ARE BELOW THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT LIMIT. HOWEVER ONLY A VISUAL CHECK CAN BE MADE AT THE POINT OF MOT AND HAVE REACH THE MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR THE MOT IT IS HOWEVER IN YOUR BEST INTEREST TO RENEW DISCS AND PADS

Fail 26 Oct 2009 108,158 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

THE REAR BRAKE DISC'S ARE BELOW THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT LIMIT. HOWEVER ONLY A VISUAL CHECK CAN BE MADE AT THE POINT OF MOT AND HAVE REACH THE MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR THE MOT IT IS HOWEVER IN YOUR BEST INTEREST TO RENEW DISCS AND PADS

Pass 24 Oct 2008 96,361 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 82,524 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 82,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 69,101 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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EA53 PXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EA53 PXM, 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 EA53 PXM registered?

EA53 PXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is EA53 PXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 PXM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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