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YL03 OZB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,110 mi
Last recorded85,110 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 OZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 85,110 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 85,110 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Both rear tyres has some cracks on the wall

Pass 23 Jan 2017 82,082 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2017 82,082 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 79,133 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 78,175 miles

em light on

Pass 31 Aug 2013 76,691 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 76,691 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 70,112 miles

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

Nearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2012 70,112 miles

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

Nearside Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 60,414 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 60,414 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 47,214 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 35,153 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 27,743 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 21,635 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 15,797 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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YL03 OZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 YL03 OZB, 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 YL03 OZB registered?

YL03 OZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is YL03 OZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 OZB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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