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SK03 RFN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,999 mi
Last recorded80,999 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 RFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 80,999 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013
Fail 3 Apr 2013 73,391 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 66,483 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 66,343 miles

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

Air bag light on

Pass 5 Apr 2011 60,161 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 52,770 miles

nearside screen washer needs adjusting

Fail 9 Apr 2010 52,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

nearside screen washer needs adjusting

Fail 3 Apr 2009 47,081 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 47,081 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 41,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 37,119 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 32,861 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 32,861 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 31,901 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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SK03 RFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SK03 RFN, 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

How do I check the history of SK03 RFN?

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What year was SK03 RFN registered?

SK03 RFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is SK03 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 RFN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SK03 RFN have outstanding finance?

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