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BD03 VXA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,262 mi
Last recorded21,262 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 VXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 21,262 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 21,214 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 20,350 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 20,327 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 19,537 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 18,044 miles

under trays

Pass 1 Aug 2018 18,036 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 18,036 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2012 17,406 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside sill cover damaged

Pass 16 Aug 2011 15,948 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,320 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 12,288 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 9,700 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 6,187 miles

advise damage to nearside rear bumper

advise nearside front c.v boot

Pass 22 May 2006 2,316 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 VXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VXA, 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 BD03 VXA registered?

BD03 VXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is BD03 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 VXA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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