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FE53 OEB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,913 mi
Last recorded66,913 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 OEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,913 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 66,913 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 62,912 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 62,912 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 53,964 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 49,274 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,801 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 47,801 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 45,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 45,437 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 42,787 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 38,977 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 33,803 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 28,003 miles

nearside front outer tyre wall damaged

offside front headlamp bracket broken

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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FE53 OEB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol 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 FE53 OEB, 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 FE53 OEB registered?

FE53 OEB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FE53 OEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 OEB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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