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BG03 XYM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,966 mi
Last recorded61,966 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,966 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 56,933 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 56,933 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,296 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 49,296 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 38,587 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 38,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,351 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 XYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BG03 XYM, 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 XYM registered?

BG03 XYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BG03 XYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XYM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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