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SC03 TGJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,375 mi
Last recorded31,375 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 TGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 31,375 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 27,785 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 26,654 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,385 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 26,384 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,930 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,597 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,896 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,087 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,029 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,708 miles

SRS Light on showing a fault

Pass 26 Jun 2008 20,520 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 18,853 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,121 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 17,119 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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SC03 TGJ 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 86.7%.

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 SC03 TGJ, 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 SC03 TGJ registered?

SC03 TGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SC03 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 TGJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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