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AF53 PYV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

68,725 mi
Last recorded68,725 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 PYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 68,725 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 49,297 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 43,205 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 43,205 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 38,067 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 34,700 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 30,071 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 25,621 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 24,168 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 24,168 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 23,204 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 21,821 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 21,821 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn outside edge

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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AF53 PYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver 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 AF53 PYV, 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 AF53 PYV?

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What year was AF53 PYV registered?

AF53 PYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is AF53 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 PYV 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.

Does AF53 PYV have outstanding finance?

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