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LB53 BXL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,874 mi
Last recorded41,874 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 BXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 41,874 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 41,862 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024
Fail 2 Jan 2024

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 41,851 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 41,851 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 41,847 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 41,839 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 41,707 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 41,707 miles

Offside Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 41,483 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 41,483 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 40,208 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 35,175 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 37,350 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 36,240 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 32,800 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,778 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 25,176 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 22,328 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 19,693 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 16,647 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 13,579 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 9,765 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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LB53 BXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB53 BXL, 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 LB53 BXL registered?

LB53 BXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is LB53 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 BXL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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