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BP03 DTK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,988 mi
Last recorded105,988 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 DTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 105,988 miles

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 97,036 miles

under trays covering underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2015 88,467 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 88,467 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 28,831 miles

centre rear and offside rear seat missing at time of test

Pass 20 Jul 2013 67,717 miles

offside rear tyre starting to step

Fail 20 Jul 2013 67,717 miles

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

offside rear tyre starting to step

Pass 17 Jul 2012 59,537 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn edges 2mm & nail

N/S/R Tyre 3mm & nail

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2011 53,601 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 47,790 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 40,754 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 34,239 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,428 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,574 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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BP03 DTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BP03 DTK, 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 BP03 DTK registered?

BP03 DTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is BP03 DTK safe to buy?

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