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RV53 ZNP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,107 mi
Last recorded85,107 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 ZNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 85,107 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 82,372 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 82,345 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 76,149 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 69,856 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 62,835 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 57,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 50,459 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,759 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 36,930 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 29,881 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 23,419 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 ZNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZNP, 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 ZNP registered?

RV53 ZNP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is RV53 ZNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 ZNP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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