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SK03 XCS

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,438 mi
Last recorded63,438 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 63,438 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 63,438 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty lamps not working (1.4.A.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 60,930 miles

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)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 55,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Oct 2012 51,014 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2011 45,651 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 40,707 miles

n/s wiper blade

o/s rear light lens damaged

Fail 25 Nov 2010 40,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s wiper blade

o/s rear light lens damaged

Pass 15 Oct 2009 35,054 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 32,169 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 26,925 miles

rear registration plate becomming slightly deteriated

Pass 8 Mar 2007 21,639 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 14,736 miles

unable to make thourgh inspection to underneath due to under tray

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 XCS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XCS, 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 XCS registered?

SK03 XCS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is SK03 XCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 XCS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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