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PK53 PZX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,033 mi
Last recorded45,033 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 PZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2010 45,033 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 42,201 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 39,763 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres showing age cracks

nearside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 7 Aug 2008 39,763 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres showing age cracks

nearside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 14 Aug 2007 37,126 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 31,643 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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PK53 PZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PK53 PZX, 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 PK53 PZX registered?

PK53 PZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is PK53 PZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 PZX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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