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BN03 OHV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,585 mi
Last recorded82,585 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 OHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 82,585 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 74,994 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 May 2014 74,994 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 67,231 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 67,231 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2012 60,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2011 53,137 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 47,198 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 40,018 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 30,955 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

rear numberplate will not pass the test when the 'reigistration marks' legislation is enforced later this year, replacement is recommended

Fail 1 May 2008 30,955 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear numberplate will not pass the test when the 'reigistration marks' legislation is enforced later this year, replacement is recommended

Fail 3 May 2007 23,273 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres scrubbed on inside edge

front wipers noisy and 'jerky' on screen

rear wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 3 May 2007 23,273 miles

front tyres scrubbed on inside edge

front wipers noisy and 'jerky' on screen

rear wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 8 May 2006 13,288 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 12,493 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 OHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black 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 OHV, 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 BN03 OHV registered?

BN03 OHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BN03 OHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 OHV 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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