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RV53 EDO

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,381 mi
Last recorded63,381 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 EDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 63,381 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 63,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 62,400 miles

Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 62,394 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 56,450 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 50,171 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 43,505 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 36,624 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 36,509 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 29,311 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,097 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brakes 22% out of balance

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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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RV53 EDO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RV53 EDO, 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 RV53 EDO registered?

RV53 EDO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is RV53 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 EDO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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