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SM03 HYR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,004 mi
Last recorded43,004 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 HYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,004 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhast deteriorated [at box }

Fail 27 Apr 2015 43,002 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhast deteriorated [at box }

Pass 12 May 2014 41,387 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust deterioreted

Pass 6 May 2013 38,752 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 38,733 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs worn inner edges

cracking in tread n/side rear

Pass 7 May 2012 36,219 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,423 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 32,010 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 30,204 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 26,670 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 22,294 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 17,452 miles

n/s/f/tyre worn on outside edge

rear brakes 20% imbalanced

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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SM03 HYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM03 HYR, 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 SM03 HYR registered?

SM03 HYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is SM03 HYR safe to buy?

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