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BG03 ONK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,527 mi
Last recorded78,527 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 ONK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2018 78,527 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2018 78,527 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 68,103 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 68,101 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 51,109 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 42,819 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 34,297 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,276 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 25,253 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 15,953 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 15,154 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 13,838 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 12,530 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,500 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 9,350 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 7,754 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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BG03 ONK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ONK, 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 ONK registered?

BG03 ONK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is BG03 ONK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 ONK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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