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KY03 LXU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,656 mi
Last recorded64,656 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 LXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 64,656 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2017 64,524 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 64,336 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 64,203 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 64,202 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 61,359 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 57,259 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 52,096 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 52,096 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,135 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 44,503 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,790 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 35,921 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 28,489 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 LXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KY03 LXU, 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 LXU registered?

KY03 LXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is KY03 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 LXU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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