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GV53 VUF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,209 mi
Last recorded75,209 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 VUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 75,209 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 70,718 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2016 70,718 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted outer rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 64,966 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 59,693 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 54,880 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Dec 2012 49,566 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 44,289 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack due to age

Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 33,653 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 19,631 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 12,029 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 11,702 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 VUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GV53 VUF, 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 VUF?

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What year was GV53 VUF registered?

GV53 VUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is GV53 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 VUF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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