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OV03 RXS

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 RXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016
Pass 30 Mar 2015 95,807 miles

diesel emmisions very close to limit

rear number plate slightly insecure

slight play in steering rack assy

windscreen washers require attention

Pass 8 Apr 2014 88,464 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 80,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 80,636 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 72,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 67,738 miles

offside front shock absorb er slightly weeping

offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit

Fail 15 Apr 2011 67,736 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 60,150 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 16 Apr 2009 54,973 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 50,184 miles

Full Length Undertrays Fitted

Fail 19 May 2008 50,184 miles

Full Length Undertrays Fitted

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 May 2007 40,900 miles

rear wiper rubber split

Pass 16 May 2006 33,228 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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OV03 RXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV03 RXS, 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 OV03 RXS registered?

OV03 RXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is OV03 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 RXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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