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DF03 DKU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

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

RegistrationDF03 DKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015
Pass 11 Dec 2014 53,713 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2013

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 16 Dec 2013

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Nov 2012

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight scratch on windscreen

Fail 30 Nov 2012

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight scratch on windscreen

Pass 28 Sep 2011 24,552 miles

advise front brake discs worn

Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,053 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 30,051 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 19,404 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,971 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 16,425 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Sep 2006 14,730 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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DF03 DKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DF03 DKU, 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 DF03 DKU registered?

DF03 DKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is DF03 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 DKU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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