MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,753 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside front brake binding slightly
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
nearside & offside front brake hoses protective sleeves excessively deterioated
rear exhaust braket broken
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
wiper blades clash when in use
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
wiper blades clash when in use
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?
Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MT53 FHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 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 MT53 FHF, 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 MT53 FHF registered?
MT53 FHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2003.
Is MT53 FHF safe to buy?
The MOT history for MT53 FHF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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