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GM03 BYD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,876 mi
Last recorded67,876 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 BYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 67,876 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 60,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 53,122 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,416 miles

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

SRS LIGHT ON DASH

both front brake disc worn

Pass 13 Aug 2010 38,050 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,157 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 35,157 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 30,284 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 30,284 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Oct 2007 25,581 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,581 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 19,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GM03 BYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GM03 BYD, 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 GM03 BYD registered?

GM03 BYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is GM03 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM03 BYD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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