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RA03 OWJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,417 mi
Last recorded69,417 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 OWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 69,417 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 58,667 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 58,667 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2013 49,063 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 42,365 miles

Center exhaust mounting broken

Pass 18 May 2011 38,674 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 33,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2009 29,664 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 25,657 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,715 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 17,161 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 OWJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OWJ, 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 OWJ registered?

RA03 OWJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is RA03 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 OWJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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