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ST03 JHF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

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

RegistrationST03 JHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2014

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 71,084 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 62,367 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 58,469 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both headlight adjusters broken

Pass 28 Oct 2010 52,503 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 46,896 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 46,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,906 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 37,888 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

frt pads low advise new sensor wire

Pass 2 Mar 2007 30,608 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 23,473 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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ST03 JHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 ST03 JHF, 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

How do I check the history of ST03 JHF?

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What year was ST03 JHF registered?

ST03 JHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is ST03 JHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST03 JHF shows 12 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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