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EG03 VHE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,644 mi
Last recorded139,644 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 VHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 139,644 miles

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

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)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jan 2015 128,429 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 120,438 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 113,726 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 113,726 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2012 112,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 98,678 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 98,580 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 79,671 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 79,671 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 57,542 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 35,502 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 27,671 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,336 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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EG03 VHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EG03 VHE, 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 VHE registered?

EG03 VHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is EG03 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 VHE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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