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SP03 MYG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

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

RegistrationSP03 MYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021

Both rear tyres out of shape 195/50/15 82v

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension top mount bearing slightly stiff

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Jul 2021

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Both rear tyres out of shape 195/50/15 82v

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension top mount bearing slightly stiff

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2020

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension top mount bearing partially seized

Nearside Rear Door latch faulty but door sucures

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2020

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension top mount bearing partially seized

Nearside Rear Door latch faulty but door sucures

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 102,461 miles

Centre section of exhaust corroded

Offside Front Abs ring been rubbing on abs sensor

Under trays fitted

Fail 23 Jun 2018 102,461 miles

Centre section of exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Abs ring been rubbing on abs sensor

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2017 102,083 miles

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

under covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2017 102,083 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50/R15V (4.1.E.1)

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

under covers fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2016 100,781 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2015 91,732 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2015 91,732 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 75,857 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Feb 2014 75,857 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 60,221 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 50,414 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 42,920 miles

both front tyres are wearing on the edges, more so the inner

both rear tyres are close to the limit, wearing on the edges

offside washer jet aim is poor.

wipers smear slightly

Pass 27 Feb 2010 35,864 miles

both front tyres are wearing on the edges. more so the outer and on the nearside front

child seat fitted to offfside rear

Pass 17 Feb 2009 29,885 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 29,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

N/S/F TYREPRESSURE VERY LOW TYRE HAS RUN FLAT BADLY WORN OUTSIDE EDGE

O/S/F TYRE WORN 2MM

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 23,543 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 15,123 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 9,599 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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SP03 MYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP03 MYG, 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 SP03 MYG registered?

SP03 MYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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The MOT history for SP03 MYG shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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