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SE03 WNC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

120,159 mi
Last recorded120,159 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE03 WNC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 120,159 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 114,189 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 114,146 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside rear mirror glass broken

nearside rear spring bump stop missing

Pass 1 Aug 2012 102,211 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 102,211 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front end of vehicle damaged /nearside front mirror damaged

Pass 19 Jul 2011 87,330 miles

nearside mirror glass broken

slight play at steering column

Fail 10 Aug 2010 74,418 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 74,418 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 60,338 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 45,005 miles

steering and suspslight // tyres // mirror

Fail 30 Jul 2008 45,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

steering and suspslight // tyres // mirror

Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,891 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 19,146 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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SE03 WNC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SE03 WNC, 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 SE03 WNC registered?

SE03 WNC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is SE03 WNC safe to buy?

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