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YC03 VYA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,109 mi
Last recorded86,109 miles
Recorded on2 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 VYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2013 86,109 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 86,098 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 71,535 miles

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

rear brake discs correded

Fail 12 Apr 2012 71,535 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

rear brake discs correded

Pass 22 Feb 2011 63,793 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 63,793 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 51,789 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 51,784 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 46,620 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 43,219 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 43,219 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 38,178 miles

Full under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of all brake, fuel & suspension components STRONGLY ADVISE removal & full inspection

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 38,178 miles

Full under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of all brake, fuel & suspension components STRONGLY ADVISE removal & full inspection

Pass 24 Apr 2006 27,311 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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YC03 VYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VYA, 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 YC03 VYA?

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What year was YC03 VYA registered?

YC03 VYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is YC03 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC03 VYA shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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