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GM53 MSU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1575cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

148,663 mi
Last recorded148,663 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM53 MSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,575cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 148,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, forward bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Apr 2026 148,663 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, forward bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 May 2025 131,624 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 131,624 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 125,243 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 125,243 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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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GM53 MSU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,575cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GM53 MSU, 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 GM53 MSU registered?

GM53 MSU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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