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BG03 YOK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,154 mi
Last recorded62,154 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2011 62,154 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 56,149 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

offside and nearside rear tyres both have distorted tread.

unable to inspect steering and front suspension fully due to covers fitted.

Pass 4 Feb 2009 49,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Feb 2009 49,140 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 39,865 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 39,865 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 29,555 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 YOK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YOK, 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 BG03 YOK registered?

BG03 YOK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is BG03 YOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 YOK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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