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RY03 YDL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

83,642 mi
Last recorded83,642 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 YDL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 83,642 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 81,573 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 11 Aug 2014 81,573 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 74,711 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate deteriorated

Fail 2 Jul 2013 74,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 30 Jul 2012 66,682 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 63,804 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 63,804 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 62,745 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 62,745 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 59,857 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 59,857 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 54,931 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 50,382 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear registration plate is starting to de laminate

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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RY03 YDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RY03 YDL, 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 RY03 YDL registered?

RY03 YDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is RY03 YDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 YDL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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