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SK03 FYM

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,197 mi
Last recorded79,197 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 FYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 79,197 miles

Nearside wiper rubbers split

Pass 26 Feb 2015 71,815 miles

play in both front anti roll bar d bushes

Pass 10 Mar 2014 65,106 miles

n/s/f anti roll bar link worn

play in n/s/f D-bushes

Pass 13 Mar 2013 59,077 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 59,074 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

noise from around aircon pump area

Pass 12 Mar 2012 53,517 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 46,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 46,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 40,107 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 33,602 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,464 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 18,967 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 18,967 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 13,989 miles

o/s & n/s/r tyres cracking on tread

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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SK03 FYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SK03 FYM, 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.

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What year was SK03 FYM registered?

SK03 FYM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is SK03 FYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 FYM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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