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RE03 ODF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,175 mi
Last recorded94,175 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 ODF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 94,175 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 92,264 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 92,264 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 83,511 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 74,671 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 66,927 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 58,674 miles

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

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

front tyres worn edges

n/s/r tyrre misshaped close limit + walls cut

Pass 30 Oct 2008 52,400 miles

n/s/r tyre misshaped worn inner edge + outer wall cut

o/s/r tyre heavily worn inner edge , perished + inner wall split

Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,082 miles

n/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall

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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RE03 ODF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RE03 ODF, 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 RE03 ODF?

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What year was RE03 ODF registered?

RE03 ODF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is RE03 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE03 ODF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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