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ENZ 5988

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,804 mi
Last recorded84,804 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENZ 5988
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 84,804 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 79,215 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 75,362 miles

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

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

exhaust box mounting badly corroded will require replacement soon

Pass 8 Aug 2013 70,785 miles

exhaust main box support bracket corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2012 64,871 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 59,747 miles

Both rear Brake pipes slightly rusty/corroded

Corrosion around strap on center exhaust box

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 59,747 miles

Both rear Brake pipes slightly rusty/corroded

Corrosion around strap on center exhaust box

Pass 10 Aug 2010 53,732 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 49,232 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 44,581 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 38,766 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 32,916 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 32,916 miles

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

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

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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ENZ 5988 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ENZ 5988, 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

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What year was ENZ 5988 registered?

ENZ 5988 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is ENZ 5988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENZ 5988 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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