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HX03 VXS

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,117 mi
Last recorded81,117 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 VXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 81,117 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 71,909 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 71,905 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 62,026 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 56,470 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 51,576 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 49,050 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 47,598 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 47,598 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 43,691 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 43,691 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 41,038 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 37,442 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 34,705 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 30,770 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 30,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 27,165 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 27,165 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 23,807 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 17,371 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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HX03 VXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX03 VXS, 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 HX03 VXS registered?

HX03 VXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is HX03 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 VXS shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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