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BD03 VNL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,578 mi
Last recorded51,578 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 VNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 51,578 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brakes back plate area, covers fitted (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear door faulty, a slam is req'd to close and lock the door in position

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel arch area (3.6.B.2c)

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2017 50,964 miles

Cut in offside rear tyre tread but not deep enough to reach ply/cords,

Pass 6 Apr 2016 50,232 miles

Offside rear tyre tread has cut but not deep enough to reach ply/cords

Tyre pressures low

Pass 9 Mar 2015 49,082 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 48,242 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2012 47,158 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 45,416 miles

slight play at steering wheel

wiper slightly worn

Pass 1 Nov 2010 44,492 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 40,443 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 34,215 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 34,213 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 28,262 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 17,292 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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BD03 VNL 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 92.3%.

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 BD03 VNL, 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 BD03 VNL registered?

BD03 VNL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is BD03 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 VNL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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