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FA03 HRA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,613 mi
Last recorded99,613 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 HRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 99,613 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 77,362 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 76,380 miles

FRONT DISCS WORN

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 69,207 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 69,188 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 60,396 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 60,396 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 49,936 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 40,546 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 40,546 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 30,291 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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FA03 HRA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FA03 HRA, 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 FA03 HRA registered?

FA03 HRA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is FA03 HRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 HRA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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