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FG03 ZBX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,366 mi
Last recorded52,366 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 ZBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 52,366 miles

indicator/wiper stalk faulty

Pass 27 May 2021 48,871 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 48,869 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 46,028 miles

Main beam switch faulty

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

Pass 29 May 2019 43,200 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 43,200 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 40,684 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 40,223 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 39,494 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 39,494 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 37,689 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 35,499 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 33,142 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,275 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,009 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 26,499 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 23,932 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 21,390 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 17,594 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 14,292 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 13,355 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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FG03 ZBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG03 ZBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG03 ZBX registered?

FG03 ZBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is FG03 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 ZBX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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