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HK03 LKX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,080 mi
Last recorded157,080 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 LKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 157,080 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2022 150,990 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 142,093 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 132,075 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 122,555 miles

Nearside Front SREERING-RACK OUTER GAITER DETERIORATED

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel ST/RACK PLAY (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 113,028 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 103,518 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 97,066 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 97,066 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 91,201 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 85,163 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 85,163 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 79,907 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 73,886 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 73,886 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 68,375 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

gear box noisy

Pass 30 Jul 2010 62,799 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 56,332 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

Fail 29 Jul 2009 56,327 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 4 Jun 2008 48,535 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 39,784 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 26,742 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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HK03 LKX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HK03 LKX, 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 HK03 LKX registered?

HK03 LKX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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The MOT history for HK03 LKX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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