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VK53 FDP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,884 mi
Last recorded128,884 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 FDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 128,884 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 113,308 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 113,308 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 97,293 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 97,293 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 95,419 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 29 Apr 2013 92,927 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 92,927 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 90,022 miles

N/S/R jacking point rubber mounting missinr

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

noise from bear box area

Pass 14 Apr 2011 83,512 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 70,737 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 57,043 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,311 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 26,830 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 26,830 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 16,071 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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VK53 FDP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 VK53 FDP, 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 VK53 FDP registered?

VK53 FDP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is VK53 FDP safe to buy?

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