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LA03 BTF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,815 mi
Last recorded63,815 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 BTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 63,815 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 52,967 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 52,643 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 51,930 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 51,418 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 50,934 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 50,711 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 48,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,324 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 44,606 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 42,674 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 40,354 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 36,484 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 34,067 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 31,060 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 31,060 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 27,934 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 22,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 18,996 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,584 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

o/s/f wheel outer rim bent

Pass 16 Oct 2007 9,050 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 8,581 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 6,479 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 6,479 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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LA03 BTF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LA03 BTF, 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

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What year was LA03 BTF registered?

LA03 BTF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is LA03 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA03 BTF shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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