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DE03 XVY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,908 mi
Last recorded138,908 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 138,908 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 133,694 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 129,684 miles

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

split in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall advise replacement

Fail 9 Jun 2010 129,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

split in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall advise replacement

Pass 5 Mar 2007 122,257 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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DE03 XVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DE03 XVY, 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 DE03 XVY registered?

DE03 XVY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is DE03 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 XVY shows 5 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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