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LB52 MKV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

14,936 mi
Last recorded14,936 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 MKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 14,936 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 12,672 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 11,350 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 9,874 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Nov 2021 8,535 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 8,309 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 18,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 7,810 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror slightly loose

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 7,448 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 17 May 2017 7,095 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 6,345 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,923 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 4,879 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014 4,879 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 4,635 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 4,312 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 4,308 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 3,945 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 3,538 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 3,135 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 2,210 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 1,801 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 1,463 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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LB52 MKV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LB52 MKV, 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 LB52 MKV registered?

LB52 MKV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is LB52 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 MKV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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