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GX53 VVW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,047 mi
Last recorded29,047 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 29,047 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016

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

Various covers and under trays restricting views

Pass 16 Oct 2015 25,252 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2015 25,248 miles

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

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

Various covers and under trays restricting views

Pass 14 Oct 2014 22,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight distortion to nearside front inner wheel rim

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 20,348 miles

Cover sills fitted

Slight distortion to nearside front inner wheel rim

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age and wear

Various covers and undertrays restricting views

Pass 29 Oct 2012 18,311 miles

Brake flexis showing age

Covers sills fitted

Distortion to nearside front inner wheel rim

Stone damage to treads

Various covers and undertrays restricting views

Fail 29 Oct 2012 18,307 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake flexis showing age

Covers sills fitted

Distortion to nearside front inner wheel rim

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stone damage to treads

Various covers and undertrays restricting views

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 VVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VVW, 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 VVW registered?

GX53 VVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is GX53 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 VVW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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