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A16 RVB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,981 mi
Last recorded88,981 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 RVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 88,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 84,358 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 84,358 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 72,543 miles

Central silencer outer skin corroded

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 60,492 miles

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

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

Vehicle has under trays fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 25 Jul 2015 45,062 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 33,541 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 31,974 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,416 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 28,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 27,129 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009
Pass 15 Apr 2008 23,271 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 21,368 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 18,114 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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A16 RVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A16 RVB, 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 A16 RVB registered?

A16 RVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is A16 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 RVB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A16 RVB have outstanding finance?

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