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SP53 NLD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,250 mi
Last recorded89,250 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 NLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2020 89,250 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

drivers door corroded

exhaust deteriorated

nearside front top strut mount tight

offside front tyre worn

rear tyre outer sidewalls deteriorated

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 24 May 2019 82,000 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 80,189 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 78,737 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 74,172 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 74,171 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 68,176 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 64,080 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,132 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 54,992 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 50,338 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 44,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 38,595 miles

nearside rear seat belt stalk plastic surround missing but opperateing

Pass 26 Sep 2008 31,934 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 23,216 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 15,263 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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SP53 NLD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SP53 NLD, 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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SP53 NLD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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