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GU03 VEK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

58,833 mi
Last recorded58,833 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 VEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 58,833 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 54,332 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 52,203 miles

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

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

nearside rear inner sill starting to corrode

offside outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 22 Feb 2023 52,096 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2023 52,096 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 51,803 miles

service corrosion to underside

Fail 4 Mar 2022 51,798 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

service corrosion to underside

Pass 11 Feb 2021 51,460 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear rigid brake pipes corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2020 51,119 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 49,887 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Feb 2018 48,475 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre has small cut in tread

Pass 15 Feb 2017 46,782 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 44,633 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 42,326 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 39,779 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,426 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2012 34,698 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 31,864 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 28,829 miles

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

front brake discs lipped

Pass 6 Feb 2009 25,433 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 21,759 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 18,014 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 13,921 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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GU03 VEK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 GU03 VEK, 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

How do I check the history of GU03 VEK?

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What year was GU03 VEK registered?

GU03 VEK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is GU03 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 VEK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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