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WF53 VMR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 VMR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022
Pass 26 Aug 2021 67,822 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) felt through steering ()

Rear only one seat fitted in rear

Pass 3 Jul 2020 59,547 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 59,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 51,544 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 47,512 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 46,817 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 45,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 43,698 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 41,616 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 39,518 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 36,910 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 34,208 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Oct 2010 34,208 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 30,907 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 26,271 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 22,278 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 16,719 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 VMR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WF53 VMR, 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 WF53 VMR registered?

WF53 VMR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is WF53 VMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF53 VMR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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