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LC03 SNK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 SNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside & offside ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 98,206 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & offside ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 97,825 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2019

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2018
Pass 11 Apr 2017 86,589 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 83,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 78,967 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 76,540 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 71,955 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 67,755 miles

N/S/F wheel buckled

washers poorly adjusted

Pass 25 Mar 2011 61,230 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak L/H side of engine bay.

Pass 15 Mar 2010 52,816 miles

UNEVEN WEAR BOTH REAR TYRES, TREADS INNER EDGES.

both dipped beam aims on 2% minimum limit

n/s/f wheel inner rim bent

Fail 15 Mar 2010 52,816 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

UNEVEN WEAR BOTH REAR TYRES, TREADS INNER EDGES.

both dipped beam aims on 2% minimum limit

n/s/f wheel inner rim bent

Fail 13 Mar 2009 48,459 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

passenger rear tyre tread distorted

rear number plate faded

Pass 13 Mar 2009 48,459 miles

passenger rear tyre tread distorted

rear number plate faded

Pass 27 Mar 2008 42,045 miles

rear registration plate deteriorated

uneven wear both rear tyre treads inner edges

Pass 10 Apr 2007 36,577 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 28,577 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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LC03 SNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LC03 SNK, 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 LC03 SNK registered?

LC03 SNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is LC03 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 SNK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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