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LC03 YTV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

64,366 mi
Last recorded64,366 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 YTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 64,366 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 61,036 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 58,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 56,126 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 53,394 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 50,003 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 50,003 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 45,765 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 41,772 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,396 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 37,396 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 32,510 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 32,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 28,160 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 28,160 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 23,267 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 17,736 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 YTV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YTV, 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 YTV registered?

LC03 YTV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is LC03 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 YTV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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