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EG03 HLW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,072 mi
Last recorded61,072 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 HLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 61,072 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 59,306 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 56,101 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 52,800 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 49,880 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 47,654 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 44,902 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 41,588 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 41,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2017 37,704 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 34,386 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,886 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 30,886 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 29,401 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 27,373 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 24,977 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 22,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 20,623 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 18,329 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 18,328 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 15,592 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 13,024 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 13,024 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 9,652 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 9,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.D3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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EG03 HLW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 EG03 HLW, 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

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What year was EG03 HLW registered?

EG03 HLW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is EG03 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 HLW shows 25 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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