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MV03 WRW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,189 mi
Last recorded28,189 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 WRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 28,189 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 28,163 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 28,094 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 28,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 28,063 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,978 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 27,965 miles

both rear wheel rims slightly buckled

Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,932 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 27,883 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 27,883 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 26,675 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 24,958 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both the rear and the n/s/f tyres are starting to crack on the outer walls

Pass 7 Feb 2007 24,958 miles

both the rear and the n/s/f tyres are starting to crack on the outer walls

Pass 21 Feb 2006 22,413 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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MV03 WRW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc 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 MV03 WRW, 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 MV03 WRW registered?

MV03 WRW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is MV03 WRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 WRW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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