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NH03 DOA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

74,811 mi
Last recorded74,811 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH03 DOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 74,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 74,800 miles

Emissions unable to be completed aborted excessive misfire. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 74,333 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 70,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2020 70,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 64,736 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 62,806 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 60,952 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 58,716 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 58,716 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 55,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Sep 2014 55,783 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2013 53,068 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 367,855 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 367,855 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 22 Sep 2011 43,686 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 43,686 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 33,006 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 33,006 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 25,718 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 25,718 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 21,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 17,379 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,249 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,658 miles

both outer walls of nearside rear and offside rear tyres starting to crack

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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NH03 DOA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 NH03 DOA, 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

How do I check the history of NH03 DOA?

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What year was NH03 DOA registered?

NH03 DOA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is NH03 DOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH03 DOA shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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