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LB03 NKZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,585 mi
Last recorded49,585 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 NKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 49,585 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 45,608 miles

under trays

Pass 11 Jun 2015 43,560 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,219 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 38,987 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,188 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake rubber pedal slightly worn

Pass 21 May 2011 33,014 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2010 29,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 23,753 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 16,834 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 11,935 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 11,935 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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LB03 NKZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LB03 NKZ, 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 LB03 NKZ registered?

LB03 NKZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is LB03 NKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 NKZ shows 12 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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