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GF53 RZB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,829 mi
Last recorded101,829 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 RZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 101,829 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 101,829 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 94,594 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear tyre walls cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2017 86,628 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 78,910 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 72,083 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some age cracking in both side rear tyres

Fail 30 Sep 2014 72,083 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside wiper arm spring missing

some age cracking in both side rear tyres

Pass 2 Oct 2013 70,099 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 67,848 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 65,143 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 61,758 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 55,130 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 49,270 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 49,270 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 42,356 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 42,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,613 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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GF53 RZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel 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 GF53 RZB, 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 GF53 RZB registered?

GF53 RZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GF53 RZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 RZB 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.

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