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SW03 EXR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,325 mi
Last recorded44,325 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 EXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 44,325 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 44,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 38,970 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 35,208 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,398 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 28,950 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,817 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 22,616 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 17,540 miles

nearside door mirror broken

Fail 24 Apr 2006 17,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

nearside door mirror broken

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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SW03 EXR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SW03 EXR, 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 SW03 EXR?

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What year was SW03 EXR registered?

SW03 EXR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is SW03 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 EXR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW03 EXR have outstanding finance?

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