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AX03 NLV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 NLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2020

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn antiroll bar link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board suspect injector blowing (6.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

brake pipes corroded

rear tyres perished

Pass 5 Sep 2019

Front both wipers starting to smear

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 79,507 miles

Emits smoke or vapour, not likely to obscure vision of other road users

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 76,350 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 72,911 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 70,569 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 70,569 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 69,051 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 66,107 miles

Offside front seat belt slow to retract.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Aug 2013 66,107 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside front seat belt slow to retract.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 64,040 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 64,040 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 61,670 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 61,670 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 59,284 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear offside door lock not working

Fail 3 Sep 2010 59,284 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear offside door lock not working

rear wiper arm siezed and not touching screen and washer pipe split

Pass 28 Aug 2009 54,829 miles

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

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

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 27 Aug 2009 54,825 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 12 Sep 2008 47,472 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 41,543 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,973 miles

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

both rear tyres unevenly worn inside shoulders

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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AX03 NLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AX03 NLV, 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 AX03 NLV registered?

AX03 NLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is AX03 NLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 NLV shows 21 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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