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GX53 GOK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,848 mi
Last recorded42,848 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 GOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 42,848 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,867 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 25,867 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

rear brake hoses behind plastic cover so can not be inspected

Pass 10 Sep 2015 23,049 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 21,760 miles

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

signs of light corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

Pass 19 Aug 2013 20,174 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 18,746 miles

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

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

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

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

air bag light on

Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,360 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 15,856 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 15,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,142 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 11,904 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 8,628 miles

both front brake hose rubber covers split

Pass 26 Sep 2006 6,023 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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GX53 GOK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX53 GOK, 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 GX53 GOK registered?

GX53 GOK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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