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DA03 YXC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 YXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026

chip in windscreen

Fail 3 Jun 2026

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

chip in windscreen

Pass 29 Oct 2020

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trays and sill covers

Pass 10 Sep 2019

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertray covering most of underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2018

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

multiple under trays and sill covers making a full inspection impossible

Fail 22 Aug 2018

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

multiple under trays and sill covers making a full inspection impossible

Pass 22 Aug 2017

sill covers and multiple under trays making inspection difficult

Pass 21 Jul 2016
Pass 23 Jul 2015
Fail 23 Jul 2015

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2014 36,402 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 36,101 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010
Fail 25 Oct 2010

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre starting to crack.

Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,855 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 34,997 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 34,997 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 31,171 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2006 26,941 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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DA03 YXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DA03 YXC, 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 DA03 YXC registered?

DA03 YXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DA03 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 YXC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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