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LB03 UKH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,455 mi
Last recorded50,455 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 UKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 50,455 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 45,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 39,802 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 38,258 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,866 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 35,492 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 33,980 miles

ALL tyres perishing

Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,764 miles

front and rear tyres beginning to perish

front brake hoses beginning to perish

shields fitted restricting test

wipers beginning to smear

Pass 28 Jun 2010 29,417 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 26,543 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses slightly perished

play in steering rack

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,125 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses slightly perished

slight play in steering rack

Fail 17 Jul 2007 20,887 miles

small cracks on front tyres

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cracks in n/s/r tyre + wearing on outer edge

cracks in o/s/r tyre + wearing on outer edge + nail in tyre tread

rear wiper blade split

unable to check body sills + under vehicle due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,887 miles

cracks in n/s/r tyre + wearing on outer edge

cracks in o/s/r tyre + wearing on outer edge + nail in tyre tread

rear wiper blade split

small cracks on front tyres

unable to check body sills + under vehicle due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2006 17,848 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 UKH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UKH, 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 UKH registered?

LB03 UKH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LB03 UKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 UKH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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