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EX53 SXN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

77,334 mi
Last recorded77,334 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 SXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 77,334 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 77,334 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 74,949 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 71,252 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 67,049 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front door damaged

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres perished

o/s outer plastic sill damaged

Pass 2 Jul 2014 58,147 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 47,810 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 47,810 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 38,935 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 34,807 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

damage to windscreen in excess of 40mm outside of swept area

Pass 17 Jun 2011 34,807 miles

damage to windscreen in excess of 40mm outside of swept area

Pass 29 Jun 2010 30,804 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 30,804 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Jun 2009 25,926 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 16,319 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 10,895 miles

centre rear & off side rear seats removed - seat belts not tested on these

Pass 6 Jul 2006 8,214 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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EX53 SXN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EX53 SXN, 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 EX53 SXN?

You can check the full history of EX53 SXN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EX53 SXN registered?

EX53 SXN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is EX53 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 SXN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 SXN have outstanding finance?

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