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EN53 WMK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,981 mi
Last recorded93,981 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 WMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 93,981 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 88,067 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2015 88,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 75,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 62,630 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 62,630 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 52,005 miles

auxilliary drive belt noisey

both n/s jack point blocks in floorpan missing

front brake discs and pads very well worn

o/s/r tyre worn unevenly on inner edge and perished 195/50/15

wiper blades poor

Pass 9 Nov 2010 44,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 44,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 39,989 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2008 34,978 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 32,251 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 WMK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WMK, 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 WMK?

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What year was EN53 WMK registered?

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

Is EN53 WMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 WMK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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