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J70 CYN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

72,051 mi
Last recorded72,051 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 CYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 72,051 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

plastic under trays fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection of under side

Pass 7 Aug 2017 70,322 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 68,185 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 64,725 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 62,052 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 58,700 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,964 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 55,964 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 51,064 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Aug 2010 46,205 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 46,205 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 41,399 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 36,035 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,034 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 26,551 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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J70 CYN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J70 CYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J70 CYN registered?

J70 CYN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is J70 CYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 CYN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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