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BW03 HWG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,636 mi
Last recorded118,636 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 HWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 118,636 miles

OIL LEAK

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear LENS DAMAGED

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 118,636 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

OIL LEAK

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear LENS DAMAGED

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 112,764 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 108,783 miles

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

both rear tyres outter walls cracked

Pass 18 Sep 2013 106,944 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 105,138 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 101,279 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 89,380 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 76,271 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 63,097 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 51,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 36,226 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 HWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BW03 HWG, 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 HWG registered?

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

Is BW03 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 HWG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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