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BN03 DJK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,028 mi
Last recorded76,028 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 DJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 76,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 70,107 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 66,212 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2013 62,116 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2013 62,106 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jun 2012 58,792 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 55,607 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 55,599 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 51,939 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 47,138 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

near side rear tyre staring to crack

slight play in steering column

Fail 25 Jun 2009 47,108 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

near side rear tyre staring to crack

slight play in steering column

Pass 20 Jun 2008 42,412 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 42,412 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 35,008 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,331 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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BN03 DJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BN03 DJK, 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 BN03 DJK registered?

BN03 DJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is BN03 DJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 DJK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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