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WV03 EBF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,356 mi
Last recorded49,356 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 EBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 49,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 4 Jul 2016

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

offside rear tyre cracking very badly on outer wall and cracking between tread and over 10 years old

slight knock in steering

Pass 9 Jun 2015
Fail 9 Jun 2015

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jun 2014

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

knock in steering

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2014

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

knock in steering

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2013 47,492 miles

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

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

o\s\r tyre deterioating

Pass 18 Jun 2011 44,388 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 42,794 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 41,601 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 38,859 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 38,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 36,715 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 30,800 miles

FRONT DISC'S AND PADS WORN. BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES.

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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WV03 EBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WV03 EBF, 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 WV03 EBF registered?

WV03 EBF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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