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DK03 YEV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,812 mi
Last recorded101,812 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 YEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 101,812 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 92,158 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 92,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 91,017 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 89,857 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 88,763 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 88,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 87,172 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 87,172 miles

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside disc corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2013 85,823 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 85,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 84,193 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 81,727 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 80,681 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 79,602 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 79,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s and n/s rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 19 Apr 2008 78,345 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 50,972 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 50,968 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 31,277 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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DK03 YEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK03 YEV, 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 DK03 YEV?

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What year was DK03 YEV registered?

DK03 YEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is DK03 YEV safe to buy?

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