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FD03 VYB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,306 mi
Last recorded92,306 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 VYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 92,306 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2020 92,306 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 88,662 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 88,648 miles

Emissions not tested Engine Misfiring (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

ENGINE Misfiring

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 85,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear exhaust Box deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2017 80,821 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 May 2017 80,811 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2016 73,066 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s/r tyre cracked and perishing

Fail 26 May 2015 68,467 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 68,467 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 65,507 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust mounting missing

Fail 21 May 2014 65,507 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust mounting missing

Pass 29 May 2013 62,078 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2012 57,188 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2011 52,248 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 47,836 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 47,836 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 43,463 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 35,952 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2007 27,444 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 21,552 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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FD03 VYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FD03 VYB, 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 FD03 VYB registered?

FD03 VYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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