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GM03 OUD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,847 mi
Last recorded132,847 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 132,847 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

center exhaust silencer corroded

front brake discs corroded

offside drivers seat damaged

Pass 3 Oct 2013 120,770 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 120,758 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear brake pipes corroded.

exhaust heavily corroded in places.

n/s/r seatbelt buckle incomplete.

Fail 1 Oct 2012 100,058 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2012 100,058 miles

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2011 84,443 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 69,839 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 53,023 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front brake hose protector sleeves split

Pass 30 Sep 2008 53,023 miles

both front brake hose protector sleeves split

Fail 1 Oct 2007 40,075 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 40,075 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,291 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 OUD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OUD, 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 OUD registered?

GM03 OUD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is GM03 OUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM03 OUD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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