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RE53 FFK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,900 mi
Last recorded70,900 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 FFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2013 70,900 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 57,256 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 44,192 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 33,720 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 33,719 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,498 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 27,297 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside rear tyre perishing slightly

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear tyre perishing slightly

Pass 26 Aug 2008 27,297 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside rear tyre perishing slightly

Offside rear tyre perishing slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2007 22,964 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,152 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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RE53 FFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE53 FFK, 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 RE53 FFK registered?

RE53 FFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is RE53 FFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 FFK shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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