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HW53 FVH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,082 mi
Last recorded66,082 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 66,082 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

front and rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2020 65,437 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 64,260 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2019 64,258 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 63,141 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 63,141 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 62,205 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 60,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer tyre cracking

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

Offside Rear Outer tyre cracking

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,127 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 55,926 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 52,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wheel trim missing.

Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

minor damage nsf wheel.front brake hoses perished.

Pass 8 Apr 2011 44,998 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,387 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,318 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 29,960 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 20,262 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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HW53 FVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HW53 FVH, 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 HW53 FVH?

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What year was HW53 FVH registered?

HW53 FVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is HW53 FVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 FVH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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