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AFW 58S

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,905 mi
Last recorded71,905 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFW 58S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 71,905 miles

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

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)

check engine lamp on

Pass 17 Oct 2015 67,452 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 103,537 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 57,474 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 8,321 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 8,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 7 May 2011 48,861 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 48,861 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 42,793 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 35,352 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 35,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 10 May 2008 29,017 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 29,017 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 21,420 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 15,897 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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AFW 58S is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AFW 58S, 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 AFW 58S registered?

AFW 58S is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is AFW 58S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFW 58S shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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