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MF53 FXV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,182 mi
Last recorded71,182 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 FXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 71,182 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear wiper blade unservicable

spanner warning

Fail 4 Feb 2015 71,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre pressure low

rear wiper blade unservicable

spanner warning

Pass 9 Dec 2013 69,012 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear wiper blade unservicable

Fail 9 Dec 2013 69,012 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear wiper blade unservicable

Pass 7 Sep 2012 62,026 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 53,759 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 53,759 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 50,638 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear wiper unservicable

Pass 7 Nov 2008 43,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 35,511 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Oct 2006 28,280 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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MF53 FXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MF53 FXV, 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 MF53 FXV registered?

MF53 FXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is MF53 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 FXV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF53 FXV have outstanding finance?

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