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BG03 NRL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,666 mi
Last recorded79,666 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 NRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 79,666 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 74,086 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 74,086 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Mar 2014 63,858 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 63,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 59,487 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 59,487 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 56,805 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 54,046 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 51,475 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 49,305 miles

nearside wing mirrow glass cracked

Pass 11 Jul 2007 39,338 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 33,336 miles

front discs corroding and worn

Pass 6 Feb 2006 29,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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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BG03 NRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc 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 BG03 NRL, 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 BG03 NRL registered?

BG03 NRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is BG03 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 NRL 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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