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YH53 UTP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,862 mi
Last recorded68,862 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 UTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 68,862 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 68,862 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 48,978 miles

engine management warning lamp on

poor wipers

Fail 12 Nov 2015 48,978 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm side (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm side (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50/15 (4.1.E.1)

engine management warning lamp on

poor wipers

Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,865 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 42,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 38,470 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 38,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 36,216 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 33,060 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 33,057 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

n/s/r light cluster slight damage

plastic shields fitted unable to check brake pipes

Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,198 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 28,049 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES AGED CRACKED

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 25,278 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 20,547 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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YH53 UTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YH53 UTP, 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

How do I check the history of YH53 UTP?

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What year was YH53 UTP registered?

YH53 UTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YH53 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH53 UTP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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