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YF53 NLM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

99,315 mi
Last recorded99,315 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 NLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 99,315 miles

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

Rear wiper split

Fail 26 Mar 2019 99,315 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 28 Mar 2018 93,130 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 90,855 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 84,832 miles

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 24 Mar 2016 84,822 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Mar 2015 78,786 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 71,902 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 71,902 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 61,900 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 52,745 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 43,811 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 34,304 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,487 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 21,285 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,486 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 15,846 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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YF53 NLM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YF53 NLM, 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 YF53 NLM registered?

YF53 NLM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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