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HG03 XRU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,677 mi
Last recorded69,677 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 XRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 69,677 miles

Front tyres cracked on inner sidewalls but no cords exposed at time

Wiper blades juddering on screen

Fail 17 Jun 2015 69,677 miles

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

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

Front tyres cracked on inner sidewalls but no cords exposed at time

Wiper blades juddering on screen

Pass 25 Jun 2014 64,040 miles

Knocking Noise From Steering Column When Testing For Free Play

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

Rear exhaust Silencer Outer Skin Corroded

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 58,297 miles

Both rear tyres badly cracked/perished.

Centre exhaust section rusty.

Nearside rear tyre has a distorted tread pattern.

Fail 20 Jun 2013 58,297 miles

Both rear tyres badly cracked/perished.

Centre exhaust section rusty.

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre has a distorted tread pattern.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 49,930 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack.

Rust forming on exhaust centre silencer.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 43,818 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 38,667 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,051 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,243 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 19,473 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 12,868 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 XRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG03 XRU, 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 XRU registered?

HG03 XRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is HG03 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 XRU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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