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SL53 TZH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,458 mi
Last recorded36,458 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 TZH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2015 36,458 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 36,458 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 35,702 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 34,842 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 33,836 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 33,836 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 32,973 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 29,943 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 29,943 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,880 miles

both front tyres have tears appearing on tread

Pass 14 Jan 2008 26,181 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,588 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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SL53 TZH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL53 TZH, 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 SL53 TZH registered?

SL53 TZH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is SL53 TZH safe to buy?

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