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FC03 VGF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,332 mi
Last recorded164,332 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 VGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 164,332 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both From Hose To Wheel (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 164,332 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both From Hose To Wheel (3.6.B.2c)

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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FC03 VGF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FC03 VGF, 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 FC03 VGF registered?

FC03 VGF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FC03 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC03 VGF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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