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GX53 ZMU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 ZMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016

engine noisey

n/s/f shocker starting to leak

Fail 29 Dec 2016

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted spare fitted (4.1.A.1b)

engine noisey

n/s/f shocker starting to leak

Pass 13 Aug 2015 42,257 miles

Exhaust centre box corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2014 38,781 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 38,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 34,951 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 31,174 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,452 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 27,435 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 23,253 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,876 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 16,305 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 13,098 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 13,098 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,746 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 ZMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GX53 ZMU, 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 ZMU registered?

GX53 ZMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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