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PN53 VXH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,541 mi
Last recorded48,541 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 VXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,541 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 45,777 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 45,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 42,412 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 42,411 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 38,985 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 34,860 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 30,207 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 25,556 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,765 miles

offside front and nearside rear tyres stress cracks

Pass 17 Aug 2007 15,251 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,073 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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PN53 VXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PN53 VXH, 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 PN53 VXH?

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What year was PN53 VXH registered?

PN53 VXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is PN53 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 VXH shows 12 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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