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HN03 XZV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,103 mi
Last recorded26,103 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN03 XZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 26,103 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,175 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,132 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 22,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 19,776 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 18,111 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 15,878 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

o/s/f wiper split but clearing the windscreen

sat nav holder removed from, windscreen

Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,551 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 13,532 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 11,607 miles

front tyres begining to crack on outer edges

Pass 29 Apr 2009 10,497 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 10,497 miles

Centre Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2008 9,121 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 7,506 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 6,116 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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HN03 XZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HN03 XZV, 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 HN03 XZV registered?

HN03 XZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is HN03 XZV safe to buy?

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