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RY53 TDU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,103 mi
Last recorded94,103 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 TDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 94,103 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 88,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 88,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 81,894 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing x2 (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2015 81,894 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing x2 (2.7.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2014 74,458 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2014 74,458 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 12 Sep 2013 69,321 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 69,321 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 69,293 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 62,475 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 46,437 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 46,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 33,829 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Sep 2009 33,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 18,606 miles

adv surface corrosion on front and rear susp components

adv surface corrosion on rear brake pipes

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

surface corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 19 Nov 2007 16,707 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 16,707 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 12,400 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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RY53 TDU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RY53 TDU, 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 RY53 TDU registered?

RY53 TDU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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