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FA03 YZX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,337 mi
Last recorded98,337 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 YZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 98,337 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing low on the inner edge

Pass 4 Aug 2014 86,889 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 84,191 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 16 May 2013 84,185 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 76,246 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 68,984 miles

Washers require adjustment

Pass 11 May 2010 64,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 59,524 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 49,122 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,907 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

under tray becoming insecure

Pass 21 Jul 2006 30,235 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 YZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YZX, 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 YZX registered?

FA03 YZX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is FA03 YZX safe to buy?

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