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SB53 NPF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,494 mi
Last recorded97,494 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 NPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 97,494 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 97,494 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 83,339 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 83,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2013 71,556 miles

both front flexys cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2012 65,352 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 57,995 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,995 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 55,569 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 52,357 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 46,584 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2007 35,232 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 25,045 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 25,045 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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SB53 NPF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SB53 NPF, 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 SB53 NPF registered?

SB53 NPF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is SB53 NPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 NPF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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