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BW03 HVV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,895 mi
Last recorded105,895 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 HVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 105,895 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre starting to crack on outer side

Pass 13 Apr 2011 92,923 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 86,093 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 69,473 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 56,677 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 56,677 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 44,114 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 32,207 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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BW03 HVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BW03 HVV, 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 BW03 HVV registered?

BW03 HVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BW03 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 HVV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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