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GU03 YZF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,494 mi
Last recorded50,494 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 YZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 50,494 miles

brake pipes corroded in places

corrosion underside in places

exhaust system corroded

slight play in steering rack/arms

wipers deteriorated

Pass 5 Apr 2016 48,960 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,364 miles

offside rear lamp cracked

rear exhaust mounting broken

Fail 2 Mar 2015 46,362 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

offside rear lamp cracked

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,712 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 40,038 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 37,374 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 37,372 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,837 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 34,837 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2010 32,331 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 32,331 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 30,318 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 27,490 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 24,854 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 20,685 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 YZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YZF, 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 GU03 YZF registered?

GU03 YZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is GU03 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 YZF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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