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SO53 ENV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

68,462 mi
Last recorded68,462 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 ENV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 68,462 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 68,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 67,376 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 65,103 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Head light beam image requires attention

Fail 30 Oct 2018 65,103 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Head light beam image requires attention

Pass 8 Nov 2017 62,680 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner side wall is split

Rear number plate requires attention

Screen wash requires attention

Slight play detected at the steering wheel

Pass 11 Nov 2016 58,209 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 54,356 miles

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

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 14 Nov 2014 51,666 miles

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 7 Nov 2013 48,380 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres splitting

o/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

Fail 1 Nov 2013 48,365 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres splitting

o/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

Pass 22 Oct 2012 45,447 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 42,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lower Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 37,572 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 33,453 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2009 33,453 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 28,575 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 23,858 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 19,396 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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SO53 ENV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SO53 ENV, 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 SO53 ENV registered?

SO53 ENV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is SO53 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO53 ENV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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