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HT53 JBV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,940 mi
Last recorded78,940 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 JBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 78,940 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 78,940 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2016 78,800 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 78,015 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 78,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 74,885 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 69,099 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 61,732 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 55,836 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 49,162 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 39,450 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 31,195 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 22,390 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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HT53 JBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HT53 JBV, 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 HT53 JBV registered?

HT53 JBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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The MOT history for HT53 JBV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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