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SK03 TNF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 TNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavy covered in underseal/product (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

sills rusty, undertrays/sill cover skirts fitted obscuring underside components and chassis

Pass 24 Feb 2023 61,657 miles

Central Exhaust outer skin broken

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 54,847 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 54,178 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 53,728 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 52,369 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 50,814 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 50,814 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 48,939 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 47,418 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 45,624 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 43,820 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,434 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,103 miles

both front tyres cracking on outer edge

Fail 5 Mar 2012 39,103 miles

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

both front tyres cracking on outer edge

Pass 24 Feb 2011 37,026 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 36,327 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 36,327 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 35,216 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 6 Mar 2008 34,211 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,631 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 25,689 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 TNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 TNF, 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 TNF registered?

SK03 TNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is SK03 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 TNF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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