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HJ03 BNB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,053 mi
Last recorded75,053 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 BNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 75,053 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 72,443 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 68,331 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 66,326 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 64,721 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 61,662 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 57,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2012 81,601 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 81,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front brake flexi hoses perishing

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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HJ03 BNB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HJ03 BNB, 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 HJ03 BNB registered?

HJ03 BNB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HJ03 BNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ03 BNB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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