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BP03 WJD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

130,802 mi
Last recorded130,802 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 WJD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2020 130,802 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 122,401 miles

Nearside Front headlamp loose but not in secure

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush de-bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wheel binding slightly

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

slight play in steering wheel

Fail 13 May 2019 122,400 miles

Central Rear Seat belt installation causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp loose but not in secure

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush de-bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front wheel binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

slight play in steering wheel

Pass 18 May 2018 114,688 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 108,286 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 101,520 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2016 101,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 14 May 2015 96,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 96,161 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 88,938 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 81,445 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 74,836 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 67,831 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2011 67,831 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2010 59,867 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 52,019 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,799 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 35,677 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 27,511 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 WJD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BP03 WJD, 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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BP03 WJD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 July 2003.

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