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WP53 GWO

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,938 mi
Last recorded77,938 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP53 GWO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 77,938 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 75,945 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 72,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Feb 2013 65,470 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

damage to front number plate

Pass 1 Feb 2013 65,470 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

damage to front number plate

Fail 23 Jan 2012 56,373 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 56,373 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 48,426 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

nearside mirror slightly cracked

Pass 29 Jan 2010 42,075 miles

front number plate damaged-advise replacement

Fail 29 Jan 2010 42,075 miles

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

front number plate damaged-advise replacement

Pass 15 Jan 2009 34,149 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 27,816 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 19,755 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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WP53 GWO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WP53 GWO, 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 WP53 GWO registered?

WP53 GWO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is WP53 GWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP53 GWO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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