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HW03 EAP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,261 mi
Last recorded87,261 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 EAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 87,261 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 81,914 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 70,779 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 65,346 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 65,346 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 59,167 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 52,502 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 52,498 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 45,644 miles

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

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

abnormal wear in rear tyres

Pass 17 Jun 2009 40,701 miles

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

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

rear tyres worn abnormally on inside edges

Fail 14 May 2008 35,024 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre out of shape

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 14 May 2008 35,024 miles

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

n/s/r tyre out of shape

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 8 May 2007 30,510 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 22,778 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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HW03 EAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 HW03 EAP, 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 HW03 EAP registered?

HW03 EAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is HW03 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 EAP shows 14 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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