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BN03 UFA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,250 mi
Last recorded71,250 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 UFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 71,250 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 70,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 69,391 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 67,112 miles

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

offside rear tyre cut on sidewall

Pass 12 Aug 2011 64,071 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 59,149 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 59,149 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 53,761 miles

Alternator noisey.

Front number plate slightly deteriorated.

Pass 17 Jul 2008 46,051 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 46,051 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 38,832 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 38,832 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 29,355 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 UFA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UFA, 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 UFA registered?

BN03 UFA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is BN03 UFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 UFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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