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SM03 RYV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,470 mi
Last recorded79,470 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 RYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 79,470 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 74,121 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre starting to crack & wear on side of tread

rear exhaust silencer corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2015 73,643 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 73,643 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 62,305 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 51,805 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 51,593 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 46,239 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 46,239 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 41,042 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 41,042 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 39,158 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 33,545 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 28,311 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight bind on o/s/f brake.

Pass 25 May 2007 22,564 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2006 17,676 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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SM03 RYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RYV, 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

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What year was SM03 RYV registered?

SM03 RYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is SM03 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 RYV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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