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GV53 OYR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

95,326 mi
Last recorded95,326 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 OYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 95,326 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted so FULL inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible.

Fail 9 Jan 2018 95,326 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Undertrays fitted so FULL inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible.

Pass 10 Feb 2017 93,111 miles

Undertrays fitted so FULL inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible.

Fail 10 Feb 2017 93,111 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Undertrays fitted so FULL inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible.

Pass 8 Dec 2015 89,767 miles

Undertray fitted so full inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible

Fail 7 Dec 2015 89,760 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Undertray fitted so full inspection of steering and suspension NOT possible

Fail 5 Dec 2014 86,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre has small cracks to inner sidewall,advise to change

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2014 86,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre has small cracks to inner sidewall,advise to change

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Nov 2013 84,125 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 84,125 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 80,979 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 74,593 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 64,270 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 55,864 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 47,486 miles

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

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

rear tyre pressures low

Pass 26 Nov 2007 38,668 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 37,407 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

KEEP CHECK ON N/S/R TYRE TREAD

Pass 21 Oct 2006 29,029 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 29,029 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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 OYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GV53 OYR, 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

How do I check the history of GV53 OYR?

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What year was GV53 OYR registered?

GV53 OYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is GV53 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 OYR shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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