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VA03 SNN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,814 mi
Last recorded110,814 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 SNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 110,814 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advise ,vehicle may fail emmisson test when exhuast is repaired

Fail 15 May 2012 110,436 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

advise ,vehicle may fail emmisson test when exhuast is repaired

Pass 12 May 2011 99,042 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 86,257 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2010 86,257 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNT BROKEN

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

Pass 21 May 2009 76,351 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES UNEVEN WEAR ON INSIDE EDGES

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

Pass 27 May 2008 64,962 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 55,823 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 42,197 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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VA03 SNN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VA03 SNN, 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 VA03 SNN?

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What year was VA03 SNN registered?

VA03 SNN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is VA03 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 SNN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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