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HK53 OSN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,080 mi
Last recorded81,080 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 OSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 81,080 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 76,425 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 72,307 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 67,724 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 60,472 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,810 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 41,831 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 33,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,978 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 33,197 miles

slight knock when turning steering

Pass 16 Feb 2013 32,503 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 31,714 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 30,672 miles

both rear and osf tyres perishing

door handles sticky

plastic covers and sills fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2010 29,083 miles

nsr and osr tyres perishing

Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,632 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 23,693 miles

front brakes slightly out of balance

front pads starting to get low

plastic under tray fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,231 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 19,872 miles

condensation in nearside head lamp unit

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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HK53 OSN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HK53 OSN, 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 HK53 OSN?

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What year was HK53 OSN registered?

HK53 OSN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is HK53 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 OSN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK53 OSN have outstanding finance?

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