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VA03 CYJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

94,296 mi
Last recorded94,296 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 CYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 94,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 91,451 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front side repeater lens in door mirror slightly damaged but not causing sharp edges

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 19 Feb 2018 91,451 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front side repeater lens in door mirror slightly damaged but not causing sharp edges

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Jan 2017 88,074 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 20 Jan 2017 88,074 miles

Emissions not tested engine noisey when on fast idle may cause damage (7.3.A.1)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 19 Feb 2016 85,321 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 18 Feb 2016 85,321 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

abandoned emissions test due to excessive engine noise half way through 2nd fast idle test

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 2 Feb 2015 80,998 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 2 Feb 2015 80,998 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 11 Feb 2014 75,766 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front tyre outer sidewalls cut no cods showing offside rear tyre inner shoulder featherd

Fail 10 Feb 2014 75,766 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyre outer sidewalls cut no cods showing offside rear tyre inner shoulder featherd

Pass 8 Dec 2012 67,901 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 58,842 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 58,842 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 55,053 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 42,104 miles

all 4 tyres have cuts on outer wall

all 4 tyres have cuts on tread

all 4 tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres have cut on inner edge

Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,571 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 30,561 miles

kerbing ridge of offside rear tyre damaged

Pass 6 Jul 2006 28,384 miles

offside rear tyre as slight damage to outer side of tyre wall

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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VA03 CYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 VA03 CYJ, 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 VA03 CYJ registered?

VA03 CYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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