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RF03 WDU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,423 mi
Last recorded72,423 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 WDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 72,423 miles

engine light on

Pass 22 Sep 2016 67,650 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 64,180 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,766 miles

both fronts and the nearside rear road wheels have slight damage to the inner sides

Pass 19 Jun 2013 53,239 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 53,237 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 47,126 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 47,126 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 40,875 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,670 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 33,010 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 33,009 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 30,540 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 25,676 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,789 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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RF03 WDU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 RF03 WDU, 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 RF03 WDU registered?

RF03 WDU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is RF03 WDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 WDU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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