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YC03 NZT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,898 mi
Last recorded85,898 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 NZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 85,898 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 May 2016 83,330 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 79,083 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 75,760 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Feb 2013 75,747 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Feb 2012 71,076 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 71,076 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 67,307 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 62,410 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 62,410 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 54,029 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2006 38,903 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2006 38,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2006 36,367 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 36,367 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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YC03 NZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YC03 NZT, 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 YC03 NZT registered?

YC03 NZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YC03 NZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC03 NZT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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