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AP03 ZCA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,898 mi
Last recorded67,898 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 ZCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 67,898 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 67,898 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,655 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 66,101 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 65,041 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 56,656 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 47,152 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 47,152 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 41,901 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 34,972 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 29,269 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,886 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 22,562 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,752 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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AP03 ZCA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AP03 ZCA, 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 AP03 ZCA registered?

AP03 ZCA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AP03 ZCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 ZCA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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