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EK53 EVN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,373 mi
Last recorded101,373 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 EVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 101,373 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 101,373 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 89,133 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 89,107 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre worn low and cracking

Pass 17 Dec 2018
Pass 20 Dec 2017 86,523 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 78,421 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 78,421 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 63,707 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 44,823 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 34,477 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 30,957 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 20,060 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 14,208 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 11,699 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 11,699 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 10,162 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 8,460 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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EK53 EVN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EK53 EVN, 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 EK53 EVN?

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What year was EK53 EVN registered?

EK53 EVN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is EK53 EVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 EVN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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