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GY03 VBG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,345 mi
Last recorded83,345 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 VBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 83,345 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 78,661 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 73,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 64,684 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 64,684 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 57,588 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 48,880 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,381 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Jun 2011 36,017 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,941 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2009 21,511 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front no plate fadded

Pass 16 Jun 2009 21,511 miles

front no plate fadded

Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,322 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 21,322 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 17,559 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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GY03 VBG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GY03 VBG, 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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How do I check the history of GY03 VBG?

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What year was GY03 VBG registered?

GY03 VBG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is GY03 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY03 VBG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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