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FM03 HHR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,171 mi
Last recorded57,171 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 HHR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 57,171 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 54,676 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2016 50,295 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 46,821 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 43,128 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 43,128 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,618 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 39,618 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 36,219 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,501 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 31,291 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 28,843 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,168 miles

n/s front wheel trim missing.

Pass 7 Mar 2007 16,455 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 16,455 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FM03 HHR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FM03 HHR, 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 FM03 HHR registered?

FM03 HHR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is FM03 HHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 HHR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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