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RA03 HKL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,705 mi
Last recorded57,705 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 HKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 57,705 miles

n/s/f wheel trim missing

o/s/r seat removed

Fail 28 Jul 2017 57,694 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 20 Jul 2016 55,112 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 52,601 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2014 50,143 miles

both front brake hoses perished

nearside front tyre worn low and damage to outer sidewall

offside front tyre worn low

rear number plate poor

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2013 48,074 miles

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

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

ns mirror damage but working ok

Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,489 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,736 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 36,676 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 36,676 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 33,215 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 33,215 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 30,840 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 25,253 miles

unable to carry out full test due to sill covers and undertrays

Pass 5 Jul 2006 20,544 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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RA03 HKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RA03 HKL, 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

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What year was RA03 HKL registered?

RA03 HKL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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