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BF03 UZR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,371 mi
Last recorded116,371 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 UZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 116,371 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both o/s n/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 107,629 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses cracking (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine m/light on

Fail 13 Feb 2016 107,609 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses cracking (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine m/light on

Pass 23 Feb 2015 10,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2014 95,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

slight oil leak from g/box

Fail 15 Feb 2014 95,498 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

slight oil leak from g/box

Pass 14 Feb 2013 90,516 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2013 90,516 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 85,913 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2012 85,913 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 82,275 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 82,275 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2010 79,734 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 79,734 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 78,219 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 78,000 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 59,674 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 59,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 45,648 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

auto gearbox sump leaking oil

front pads very low but not yet reached 1.5mm

Pass 27 Feb 2006 24,259 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 UZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BF03 UZR, 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 UZR registered?

BF03 UZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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