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EA53 PZE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

153,425 mi
Last recorded153,425 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2017 153,425 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 148,792 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 135,098 miles

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)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 123,774 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 115,439 miles

center exhaust system bracket corroded but exhaust secure

nearside + offside rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges

nearside front shock slightly weaping

rear brake pads getting low

rear number plate slightly deterioated

slight movement in front inner steering arms

surface corrosion to nearside + offside rear inner valances

surface corrosion to nearside + offside rear outer wheel arches

Fail 5 Sep 2013 115,439 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

center exhaust system bracket corroded but exhaust secure

nearside + offside rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges

nearside front shock slightly weaping

offside front outer brake pad getting low

rear brake pads getting low

rear number plate slightly deterioated

slight movement in front inner steering arms

surface corrosion to nearside + offside rear inner valances

surface corrosion to nearside + offside rear outer wheel arches

Pass 11 Oct 2012 110,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f jacking point missing

slight play steering rack

Pass 19 Sep 2011 104,469 miles

have lubed by brake pedal only.tec automotive are carrying out further checks here today

Fail 19 Sep 2011 104,469 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

have lubed by brake pedal only.tec automotive are carrying out further checks here today

Pass 23 Sep 2010 98,075 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 89,908 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 85,424 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 23 Oct 2008 85,424 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 31 Oct 2007 76,076 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2007 76,076 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 51,146 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 PZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PZE, 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 EA53 PZE registered?

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

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