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EN03 PWX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

59,579 mi
Last recorded59,579 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 PWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 59,579 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 59,579 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 55,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Nov 2012 55,273 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 50,942 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 47,209 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2010 47,209 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 42,045 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 42,045 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 25 Oct 2008 36,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 36,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2007 30,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,271 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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EN03 PWX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EN03 PWX, 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 EN03 PWX?

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What year was EN03 PWX registered?

EN03 PWX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is EN03 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN03 PWX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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