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MF53 UAR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,991 mi
Last recorded85,991 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 UAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 85,991 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 77,562 miles

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Dec 2013 72,893 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 72,893 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 65,416 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 58,251 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 52,916 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 44,413 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 36,830 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,808 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 UAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UAR, 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 UAR registered?

MF53 UAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is MF53 UAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 UAR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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