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BD03 VXC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

76,605 mi
Last recorded76,605 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 76,605 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe has been under sealed (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 76,601 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 72,528 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 69,741 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2015 69,741 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 65,747 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 65,747 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 62,828 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 62,828 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 58,356 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 58,355 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Front bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r light unit lens has slight damage.

Pass 28 Apr 2011 52,182 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 52,182 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 43,248 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 35,655 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 35,655 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 29,403 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 26 Apr 2007 25,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,103 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 VXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BD03 VXC, 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 VXC registered?

BD03 VXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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