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WF03 VFL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,135 mi
Last recorded91,135 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 VFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 91,135 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 80,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 May 2012 73,274 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 71,967 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 71,967 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 64,889 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 60,328 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 54,586 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 50,407 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 44,774 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 35,627 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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WF03 VFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WF03 VFL, 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

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What year was WF03 VFL registered?

WF03 VFL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is WF03 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF03 VFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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