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RF03 XHC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,641 mi
Last recorded88,641 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 XHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 88,641 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 88,641 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 87,555 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Oct 2016 86,636 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 85,607 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 85,607 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 83,036 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 80,923 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 78,642 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 76,508 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 73,152 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 68,777 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 61,742 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 56,509 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 55,796 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 49,475 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 XHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XHC, 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 XHC registered?

RF03 XHC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is RF03 XHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 XHC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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