MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,866 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when operating near side indicators off side indicator flash instead (4.4.3 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear tyre perished and splitting but not showing cords
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
both rear arches corroded but not causing sharp edges
exhaust back box corroded
front and rear brake pipes corroded
under covers fitted at time of test limiting visual inspection
Central exhaust section corroded
Nearside Rear tyre perished and slightly out of shape
offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded
Central exhaust section corroded
Nearside Rear tyre perished and slightly out of shape
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded
Both front top strut mounting noisy when turned side to side.
all brake pipes corroded
centre exhaust corroded
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
all brake pipes corroded
centre exhaust corroded
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
o/s/f tyre wearing close to limits
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
ALL FOUR TYRES OUTER WALLS STARTING TO PERISH
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ALL FOUR TYRES OUTER WALLS STARTING TO PERISH
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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 TLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 TLV, 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 TLV registered?
MT53 TLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 November 2003.
Is MT53 TLV safe to buy?
The MOT history for MT53 TLV shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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