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LC03 YYU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,638 mi
Last recorded72,638 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 YYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 72,638 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 69,615 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 69,615 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 65,833 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 61,102 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 55,181 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 47,124 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 38,621 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 32,995 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 26,637 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 21,138 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 YYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YYU, 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 LC03 YYU registered?

LC03 YYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LC03 YYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 YYU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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