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YM03 OYR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

124,200 mi
Last recorded124,200 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 OYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 124,200 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 119,741 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under-trays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2019 108,989 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s-o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Fail 4 Jan 2019 108,989 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s-o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2017 97,587 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2016 92,312 miles

o/s/f-top mount slighly rough-rear axle bushes slight bushes

Pass 8 Jan 2016 87,613 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)

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

under tray fitted

Fail 7 Jan 2016 87,613 miles

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

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

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)

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

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2014 82,226 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 79,503 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracked and perished

Fail 16 Jan 2014 79,495 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracked and perished

Pass 11 Dec 2012 66,333 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,481 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2011 52,856 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 52,815 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 46,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Mar 2009 41,296 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 33,956 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2007 30,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Mar 2007 30,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 27,068 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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YM03 OYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YM03 OYR, 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 YM03 OYR registered?

YM03 OYR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is YM03 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM03 OYR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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