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GM03 OUC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

69,412 mi
Last recorded69,412 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 69,412 miles

damage to windscreen

Fail 19 Feb 2019 69,412 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

damage to windscreen

Pass 27 Sep 2017 66,937 miles

eml on

engine mounts worn

Pass 27 Jan 2016 63,539 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 61,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise engine light on

Pass 23 Jan 2014 59,931 miles

slight knocking in steering

Pass 31 Jan 2013 57,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

scratches on windscreen

Fail 4 Aug 2011 51,433 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 51,433 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 44,537 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 Jan 2009 32,695 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 32,695 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 29,165 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 21,754 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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GM03 OUC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GM03 OUC, 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 OUC registered?

GM03 OUC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is GM03 OUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM03 OUC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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