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LB03 VDJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,471 mi
Last recorded67,471 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 VDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 67,471 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 67,470 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2019 61,405 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 61,472 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

under tray fitted all over

Pass 20 Dec 2017 57,970 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 54,882 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 50,843 miles

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

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2015 49,906 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2013 47,804 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 44,092 miles

offside screen wash slightly reduced

Pass 19 Dec 2011 39,772 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 35,365 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 32,769 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 28,265 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 23,675 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 17,597 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 VDJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VDJ, 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 VDJ registered?

LB03 VDJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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