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WU03 UZB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,523 mi
Last recorded87,523 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 UZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 87,523 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 76,734 miles

plastic covers // under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jul 2016 76,734 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

plastic covers // under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 71,767 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 68,414 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 65,215 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 60,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Feb 2011 55,998 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 49,336 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearsdie front wheel rim buckled

nearside mirror glass broken

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 23 Jan 2010 49,336 miles

nearsdie front wheel rim buckled

nearside mirror glass broken

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 15 Jan 2009 42,473 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 36,897 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 33,329 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 28,926 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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WU03 UZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WU03 UZB, 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 WU03 UZB registered?

WU03 UZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is WU03 UZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 UZB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU03 UZB have outstanding finance?

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