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MD03 YTP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,203 mi
Last recorded108,203 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD03 YTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 108,203 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 May 2016 103,006 miles

EML light on

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking and worn on inside

Fail 3 May 2016 103,006 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (8.2.2)

EML light on

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear tyre cracking and worn on inside

Pass 5 May 2015 97,822 miles

E.M.L. light on

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 May 2015 97,822 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

E.M.L. light on

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 91,686 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 80,519 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 74,908 miles

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

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

knocking sound steering wheel area

Pass 8 Jun 2011 66,107 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 56,102 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 46,731 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 36,986 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 28,236 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 19,714 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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MD03 YTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MD03 YTP, 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 MD03 YTP registered?

MD03 YTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is MD03 YTP safe to buy?

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