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AX03 PVE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,784 mi
Last recorded113,784 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 PVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 113,784 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 78,231 miles

both lower arm front bushes cracking

Centre exhaust box in poor condition

Offside Rear lens cracked

Fail 28 Mar 2016 78,231 miles

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

Centre exhaust box in poor condition

Offside Rear lens cracked

both lower arm front bushes cracking

Pass 21 Apr 2015 56,730 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,990 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 34,989 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 34,965 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 34,077 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 34,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,288 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,745 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 26,254 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,635 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 17,873 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,943 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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AX03 PVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AX03 PVE, 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 AX03 PVE registered?

AX03 PVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is AX03 PVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 PVE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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