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LB03 NLR

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,747 mi
Last recorded73,747 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 NLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 73,747 miles

Nearside Rear tyre stepped

Pass 24 Feb 2016 65,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge and perished (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2016 65,773 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge and perished (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2015 58,022 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 50,290 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre exhuast mounting detached but system secure

Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,943 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre exhuast mounting detached but system secure

Pass 14 Feb 2012 40,416 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 37,607 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 33,689 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 33,689 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Nov 2008 29,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 29,562 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 26,329 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 22,777 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 NLR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NLR, 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 NLR registered?

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

Is LB03 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 NLR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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