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EO53 HLV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,302 mi
Last recorded119,302 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 HLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 119,302 miles

Nearside Front 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)

o/s/r light lens damaged

play in inner rack joints

Pass 7 Oct 2014 105,411 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 88,848 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 88,846 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 71,707 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 65,982 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 65,980 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

SUSPECTED FRACTURE TO N/SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING

Pass 2 Nov 2010 63,917 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 59,219 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 51,797 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 43,434 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 43,414 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

The n/s front tyre is wearing on the inner edge.

Pass 5 Sep 2006 34,663 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 34,661 miles

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

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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EO53 HLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO53 HLV, 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.

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What year was EO53 HLV registered?

EO53 HLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is EO53 HLV safe to buy?

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