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BW03 VJA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,411 mi
Last recorded65,411 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 VJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 65,411 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 65,411 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 60,681 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 56,428 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 55,629 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 48,328 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 44,282 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 38,382 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 33,443 miles

Nearside Rear 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 25 Jul 2007 27,075 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 20,531 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 VJA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VJA, 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 VJA?

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What year was BW03 VJA registered?

BW03 VJA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is BW03 VJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 VJA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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