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BN03 VXH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,262 mi
Last recorded116,262 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 116,262 miles

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 8 May 2019 116,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 9 May 2018 109,731 miles

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

n/side rear lamp slight damage reversing lens

Pass 9 May 2017 108,717 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 99,827 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 92,367 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2015 92,367 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2014 83,924 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 74,492 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 67,261 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 59,790 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 53,079 miles

offside rear tyre starting to wear uneven

Fail 30 Apr 2010 53,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside rear tyre starting to wear uneven

Pass 30 Apr 2009 46,469 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 40,555 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 35,284 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 29,629 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 29,346 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit on outer edge.

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 VXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VXH, 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 VXH registered?

BN03 VXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is BN03 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 VXH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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