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PE53 UUA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,210 mi
Last recorded72,210 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 UUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 72,210 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 69,763 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 69,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure various age related cuts in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and tread is on limit (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 67,386 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 67,386 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking strut (2.4.D.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 64,365 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 61,500 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 58,998 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 56,438 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,267 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 52,307 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 49,674 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear tyres perished and pressures are low

Pass 20 Aug 2008 47,976 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

tyres are perished

Pass 9 Aug 2007 43,702 miles

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 39,769 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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PE53 UUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel 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 PE53 UUA, 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 PE53 UUA registered?

PE53 UUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is PE53 UUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE53 UUA 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.

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