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BG03 YPK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,890 mi
Last recorded102,890 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 YPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 102,890 miles

chip in windscreen

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/f shock absorber damp

washers poor operation

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2021 102,890 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

both rear shock absorbers corroded

chip in windscreen

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/f shock absorber damp

washers poor operation

Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2019 89,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 89,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 76,213 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight knocking detected with play (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 60,587 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 53,823 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 46,536 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 39,888 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 39,886 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 32,772 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 28,554 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 25,315 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 25,313 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 23,638 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 22,548 miles

slight buckle on offside rear roadwheel

Fail 11 Mar 2009 22,548 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight buckle on offside rear roadwheel

Pass 13 Nov 2007 21,795 miles

both rear tyres cracked

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

nearside front wheel rim dented and offside front on inner face

offside mirror indicator lens crcaked

Fail 13 Nov 2007 21,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres cracked

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

nearside front wheel rim dented and offside front on inner face

offside mirror indicator lens crcaked

Pass 17 Jun 2006 20,604 miles

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

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 YPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 YPK, 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 YPK registered?

BG03 YPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is BG03 YPK safe to buy?

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