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BF03 OWU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

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

RegistrationBF03 OWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2018

both front flexi hoses light perished

brake pipes corroded

osf tyre wearing on outer edge

slight play osf drag link slight play

Pass 29 Nov 2017

all indicator bulbs slight discolored

brake pipes corroded

eml light on

osf tie rod slight play

Pass 23 Nov 2016 50,454 miles

all brake pipes corroded

engine management light on

front brake discs worn

milage display dull

rear wiper split

slight play osf drag link off steering rack

Pass 30 Nov 2015
Pass 27 Nov 2014 46,102 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 43,426 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 41,144 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 39,079 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 36,585 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,041 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 32,075 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,527 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres cracked but not exposing cords .

Pass 24 Apr 2006 26,419 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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BF03 OWU 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 100%.

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 BF03 OWU, 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 BF03 OWU registered?

BF03 OWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BF03 OWU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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