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BT03 SKF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

133,331 mi
Last recorded133,331 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 SKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 133,331 miles

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 128,259 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 118,220 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 109,125 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 106,098 miles

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 103,591 miles

Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 103,591 miles

Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 100,646 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 100,646 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 97,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2014 97,615 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2013 93,615 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 93,615 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2012 89,349 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front / rear no plates startting to delaminate

Pass 23 Apr 2012 89,349 miles

front / rear no plates startting to delaminate

Fail 25 May 2011 80,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2011 80,112 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 68,267 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 68,267 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 55,679 miles

dip beam operation in incorrect position on the main light switch

Pass 15 Jul 2008 45,457 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2006 24,638 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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BT03 SKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT03 SKF, 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 BT03 SKF registered?

BT03 SKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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