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WN53 TGV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,168 mi
Last recorded67,168 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 TGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 67,168 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 67,168 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 61,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ontread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside handbrake reading low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

headlight switch fulty

Fail 9 Sep 2020 61,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ontread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside handbrake reading low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

headlight switch fulty

Fail 27 Aug 2020 61,731 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

play in steering column universal joint

Pass 8 Aug 2019 60,024 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 57,406 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 57,406 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 56,875 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 55,892 miles

Advise EML warning lamp is on indicating a fault(s) in systems

Pass 6 Jun 2015 40,566 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 36,790 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 33,195 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2012 33,189 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing low

Pass 8 Mar 2012 31,734 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 26,102 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 22,021 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 22,021 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 17,231 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 14,522 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 12,345 miles

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

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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WN53 TGV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WN53 TGV, 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 WN53 TGV registered?

WN53 TGV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is WN53 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN53 TGV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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