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GV53 FWH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,959 mi
Last recorded147,959 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 FWH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 147,959 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust Box Corroded

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 146,517 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 144,877 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Side (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 142,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 142,801 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 140,547 miles

Front Lower Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 21 Jul 2021 129,376 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2020 110,139 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 90,944 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 70,711 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 52,562 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 51,599 miles

Small tears in O/S/F & O/S/R Tyre side walls

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jul 2016 51,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/50R15 (4.1.D.1a)

Small tears in O/S/F & O/S/R Tyre side walls

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2015 49,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 48,393 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/R Tyre tread to side wall cracking.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2014 48,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/R Tyre tread to side wall cracking.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,304 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 46,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 44,551 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 40,047 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 35,307 miles

Noise on steering column

unable to fully inspect the underside of vehicle due to large undertrays

Pass 19 Sep 2008 31,707 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 31,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres worn outter edges

Pass 28 Sep 2007 26,021 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 20,419 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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GV53 FWH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV53 FWH, 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 GV53 FWH registered?

GV53 FWH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GV53 FWH safe to buy?

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