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MF53 ZRP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,621 mi
Last recorded114,621 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 ZRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 114,621 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 113,178 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 113,178 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 112,313 miles

corrosion to bottom of offside rear wheel arch.

exhaust system deteriorating.

Pass 18 Feb 2013 108,400 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 99,201 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 91,128 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 91,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 82,097 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 82,097 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 68,491 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 51,010 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 51,010 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 31,297 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 31,294 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 27,733 miles

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

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

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

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 ZRP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZRP, 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

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What year was MF53 ZRP registered?

MF53 ZRP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is MF53 ZRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 ZRP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF53 ZRP have outstanding finance?

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