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RV53 UKD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,943 mi
Last recorded75,943 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 75,943 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 75,943 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 64,098 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

Pass 29 Sep 2023 51,768 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 47,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 47,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 40,449 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 34,338 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 11 Sep 2019 28,965 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2018 23,692 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2017 23,586 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 23,319 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2015 22,916 miles

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on both edges

Fail 26 Sep 2014 21,996 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,996 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 20,956 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 19,661 miles

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

unable to cgeck fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 28 Sep 2011 18,815 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 17,268 miles

rear number plate started to blister

under vehicle covers

Pass 17 Sep 2009 14,905 miles

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Fail 17 Sep 2009 14,905 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,004 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,139 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

unable to carry out full inspection due to undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2006 6,688 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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RV53 UKD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 RV53 UKD, 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 UKD registered?

RV53 UKD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is RV53 UKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 UKD shows 24 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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