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CX03 PVZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,664 mi
Last recorded81,664 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 PVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2020 81,664 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 80,747 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 80,747 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 78,944 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 75,886 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 72,930 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,055 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 69,054 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 64,157 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 59,187 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 54,452 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 51,016 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 43,224 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 32,928 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,808 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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CX03 PVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CX03 PVZ, 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.

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What year was CX03 PVZ registered?

CX03 PVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is CX03 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX03 PVZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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