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RX53 CYL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

95,553 mi
Last recorded95,553 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 CYL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 95,553 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 94,437 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 94,437 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 93,145 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 93,145 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2013 91,824 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 89,844 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 89,844 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 85,758 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 85,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 75,647 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 75,647 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 64,278 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2009 64,278 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 54,153 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 44,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,494 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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RX53 CYL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX53 CYL, 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.

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What year was RX53 CYL registered?

RX53 CYL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is RX53 CYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 CYL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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