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YR53 CXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

141,251 mi
Last recorded141,251 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 CXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 141,251 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 141,251 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 121,093 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 121,093 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 99,063 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 98,936 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 82,010 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,622 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 73,361 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 73,361 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 70,313 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2009 65,629 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 65,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 17 Sep 2008 61,111 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 Sep 2008 61,111 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 56,768 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Aug 2006 50,577 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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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YR53 CXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YR53 CXJ, 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 YR53 CXJ registered?

YR53 CXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is YR53 CXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 CXJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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