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BT03 XXG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

80,913 mi
Last recorded80,913 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 XXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2017 80,913 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Front 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 19 Aug 2016 78,497 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015
Fail 15 Aug 2014 71,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 71,761 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 67,484 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 67,484 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 61,615 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011
Pass 12 Aug 2010 52,382 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 12 Aug 2010 52,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 44,903 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 44,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 38,379 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 32,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 28,181 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 XXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XXG, 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 BT03 XXG registered?

BT03 XXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is BT03 XXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 XXG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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