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WF53 NUB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,868 mi
Last recorded83,868 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 NUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 83,868 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 80,924 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 79,432 miles

EML ON

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 79,432 miles

EML ON

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 77,385 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 73,343 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 73,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 67,725 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 67,725 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 62,526 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 62,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 53,513 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 47,267 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 47,267 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 38,291 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 38,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 31,368 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 23,968 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 17,503 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,168 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 5,095 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,866 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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WF53 NUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WF53 NUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF53 NUB registered?

WF53 NUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is WF53 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF53 NUB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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