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MP03 DBV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,826 mi
Last recorded106,826 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP03 DBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 106,826 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 106,826 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 100,402 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 100,402 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,067 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 92,679 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 83,327 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 71,428 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 71,300 miles

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

bonnet release cable sticking

Pass 30 May 2008 62,985 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 18 May 2007 53,583 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 53,583 miles

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

offside rear tyre in poor condition on the inner edge

Pass 26 May 2006 33,293 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 33,292 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres worn on outer edge

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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MP03 DBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MP03 DBV, 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 MP03 DBV registered?

MP03 DBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is MP03 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP03 DBV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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