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ET03 UHX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,613 mi
Last recorded88,613 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 UHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 88,613 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine cover + under cover fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2017 88,613 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine cover + under cover fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 86,384 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 86,050 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 83,531 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 80,956 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 76,275 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 72,201 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 72,201 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 65,436 miles

cut in n/s rear tyre sidewall no cords exposed.

Pass 28 May 2010 59,573 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 49,208 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 51,401 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,910 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 36,536 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 29,503 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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ET03 UHX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 ET03 UHX, 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 ET03 UHX registered?

ET03 UHX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is ET03 UHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET03 UHX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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