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YR03 ORH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,622 mi
Last recorded40,622 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 ORH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 40,622 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 40,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 37,680 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 37,373 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 35,908 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 34,391 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,017 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 34,017 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 33,631 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 33,499 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 33,125 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 33,125 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 29,813 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 24,096 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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YR03 ORH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 YR03 ORH, 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 YR03 ORH registered?

YR03 ORH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is YR03 ORH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR03 ORH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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