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YL03 PFF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,838 mi
Last recorded114,838 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 114,838 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Sep 2016 105,183 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 99,607 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 99,605 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 93,565 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 88,651 miles

Both rear tyres starting too show age cracks.

Knock heard on steering wheel no play found.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 83,813 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 79,869 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 75,626 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 69,194 miles

airbag warning lamp is on

Pass 19 Jun 2008 63,329 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 54,822 miles

Both rear tyres starting to feather on the inner edge

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 54,822 miles

Both rear tyres starting to feather on the inner edge

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 42,591 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 PFF 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 YL03 PFF, 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.

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What year was YL03 PFF registered?

YL03 PFF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is YL03 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 PFF 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.

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