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BW03 UMM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,879 mi
Last recorded79,879 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 UMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 79,879 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 66,806 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 54,802 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 53,241 miles

both front brake hoses starting to perish

offside front shock misted

offside rear tyre cracking and worn to 3mm

slight knocking from steering

Fail 3 Nov 2015 53,238 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front brake hoses starting to perish

offside front shock misted

offside rear tyre cracking and worn to 3mm

slight knocking from steering

Pass 30 Oct 2014 51,317 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 48,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2013 48,795 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 45,628 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 41,535 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 36,241 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 33,250 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 29,340 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 23,859 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 21,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 21,846 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 UMM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UMM, 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

How do I check the history of BW03 UMM?

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What year was BW03 UMM registered?

BW03 UMM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is BW03 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 UMM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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