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EF53 RVW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,290 mi
Last recorded36,290 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 RVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 36,290 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 33,510 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 30,388 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 27,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,538 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 20,157 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 17,598 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 17,595 miles

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

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

N/S/R Tyre starting to crack. Full undertray fitted cannot check all components.

Pass 28 May 2011 14,570 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 12,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 10,753 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,315 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,949 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 5,995 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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EF53 RVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EF53 RVW, 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 EF53 RVW?

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What year was EF53 RVW registered?

EF53 RVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is EF53 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 RVW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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