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GF53 UUC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,726 mi
Last recorded68,726 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 UUC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 68,726 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion on chassis near NSR subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 65,025 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 60,983 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lamp in mirror damaged (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 57,293 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 52,998 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,141 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 43,869 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 39,921 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 39,921 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 35,210 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 30,383 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 26,141 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 22,915 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 17,557 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 17,385 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 UUC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UUC, 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 GF53 UUC registered?

GF53 UUC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 UUC safe to buy?

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