CarVerify

Free Car Check

MK53 OPG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,663 mi
Last recorded73,663 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 OPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 73,663 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 73,663 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 65,754 miles

Front both brake hoses slightly worn

Front discs&pads worn

Nearside Front c.v boot slightly worn

Pass 10 Sep 2015 55,026 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2014 47,279 miles

eml on

Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,629 miles

n/s/r and o/s/f wheel rims slightly damaged.

Fail 12 Sep 2012 37,914 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,914 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 31,294 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 26,397 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,517 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 16,587 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 12,444 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 7,801 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 6,966 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK53 OPG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MK53 OPG, 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 MK53 OPG?

You can check the full history of MK53 OPG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK53 OPG registered?

MK53 OPG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is MK53 OPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK53 OPG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK53 OPG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK53 OPG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.