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FD53 LRN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,351 mi
Last recorded111,351 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 LRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 111,351 miles

Rear exhaust pipe/box corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2016 103,012 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint Both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear exhaust pipe/box corroded

coil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 103,012 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint Both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust pipe/box corroded

coil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 97,960 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

oil leaks

Fail 2 Oct 2015 97,960 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

oil leaks

Pass 27 Mar 2014 90,289 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2013 83,862 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 82,716 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 82,716 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 71,826 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 71,826 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 61,871 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 61,871 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 51,414 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 38,997 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 33,142 miles

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

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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FD53 LRN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD53 LRN, 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

How do I check the history of FD53 LRN?

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What year was FD53 LRN registered?

FD53 LRN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is FD53 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 LRN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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