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MK03 UGC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,709 mi
Last recorded73,709 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 UGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2014 73,709 miles

E.M.L staying on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S wiper blade slightly deteriotrated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 68,159 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust box corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2013 68,159 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust box corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2012 63,218 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2012 63,218 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2011 60,201 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 54,918 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,944 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 42,939 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 17,608 miles

Offside Front Lower Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 33,176 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 24,992 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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MK03 UGC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MK03 UGC, 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 MK03 UGC registered?

MK03 UGC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is MK03 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK03 UGC shows 12 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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