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HG03 VTK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,073 mi
Last recorded138,073 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 VTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 138,073 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 138,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 135,153 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 131,334 miles

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted - NS/OS (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 127,067 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2023 127,067 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 123,086 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 119,868 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2021 119,868 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 117,456 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 117,219 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 113,767 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 109,128 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 109,117 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 104,399 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 98,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 93,329 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 87,700 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 81,723 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 76,069 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 76,069 miles

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

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 70,118 miles

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

Off side rear wheel trim rubbing on tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 61,357 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 51,746 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 44,210 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 44,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 33,548 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 25,156 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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HG03 VTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG03 VTK, 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 HG03 VTK registered?

HG03 VTK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is HG03 VTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 VTK shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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