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GX03 EYV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

146,716 mi
Last recorded146,716 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 EYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2017 146,716 miles

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Fail 28 Dec 2017 146,716 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2016 138,993 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

child seat cover fitted under body

under body slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2015 127,527 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Dec 2014 127,523 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 122,263 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 122,263 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2013 122,230 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in steering n/s.

Pass 21 Aug 2012 111,774 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake hose outer casings are damaged

both front brake hoses are perished

both front shock absorbers are damp

both front wiper blades have poor efficiency

exhaust box corroded

long hand brake travel

near/side/front headlamp is loose on its mountings

near/side/front indicator is slightly faded

near/side/rear tyre is on 2mm tread

off/side/rear tyre is on 3mm tread

play in steering joints

Fail 21 Aug 2012 111,767 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake hose outer casings are damaged

both front brake hoses are perished

both front shock absorbers are damp

both front washer jets are poor

both front wiper blades have poor efficiency

exhaust box corroded

long hand brake travel

near/side/front headlamp is loose on its mountings

near/side/front indicator is slightly faded

near/side/rear tyre is on 2mm tread

off/side/rear tyre is on 3mm tread

play in steering joints

Fail 23 Aug 2011 104,175 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 104,175 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 101,337 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 97,953 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 94,409 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 90,806 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 69,315 miles

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

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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GX03 EYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GX03 EYV, 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 GX03 EYV registered?

GX03 EYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 August 2003.

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