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SA03 HRN

2003 Mercedes A140 Classic

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,173 mi
Last recorded88,173 miles
Recorded on31 May 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 HRN
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2008 88,173 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Fail 30 May 2008 88,172 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 9 Jan 2008
Pass 12 Sep 2007 65,681 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 65,681 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 43,158 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 42,305 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 20,712 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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SA03 HRN is a 2003 Mercedes A140 Classic in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA03 HRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SA03 HRN registered?

SA03 HRN is a 2003 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is SA03 HRN safe to buy?

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