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EN53 WKX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,068 mi
Last recorded97,068 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 WKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 97,068 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 90,026 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 82,219 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 82,219 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 74,250 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 66,831 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 66,831 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 59,154 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 50,915 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 42,648 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2008 37,213 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 31,409 miles

advisory notice issued

Fail 18 Jul 2007 31,409 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre tread worn smoothe on the inside edge

offside rear tyre tread low on the inside edge

Pass 15 Aug 2006 24,515 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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EN53 WKX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EN53 WKX, 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 EN53 WKX?

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What year was EN53 WKX registered?

EN53 WKX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is EN53 WKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 WKX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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