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KY03 LCG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,167 mi
Last recorded90,167 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 LCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 90,167 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 90,167 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 82,247 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 79,548 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 79,548 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 71,954 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 63,580 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 60,878 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 56,764 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 52,054 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 8 Jul 2011 52,054 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 14 Jul 2010 47,323 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 47,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,600 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 41,600 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 35,229 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 29,681 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 24,378 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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KY03 LCG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KY03 LCG, 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 KY03 LCG registered?

KY03 LCG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is KY03 LCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 LCG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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