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SK03 XBC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,614 mi
Last recorded71,614 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2017 71,614 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

eml on

Pass 11 Oct 2016 69,007 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 66,750 miles

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

nail in near side rear tyre

Fail 8 Oct 2015 66,744 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2014 63,354 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 May 2014 57,105 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 54,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 50,114 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 44,078 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 44,071 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 40,451 miles

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

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

front discs pitted

Pass 31 Aug 2009 37,326 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 32,178 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,784 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,065 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 24,065 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 20,597 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 XBC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XBC, 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 XBC registered?

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

Is SK03 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 XBC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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