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LC52 XWP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,728 mi
Last recorded29,728 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 XWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 29,728 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 28,142 miles

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

offside front tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

offside rear tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 14 Dec 2016 26,877 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 25,059 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

offside front tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 20 Oct 2015 25,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

offside front tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 15 Oct 2014 23,187 miles

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

both rear tyres have cuts on outer walls

Pass 30 Oct 2013 21,164 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 21,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 19,092 miles

nearside rear tyre has cuts but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

offside front tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,798 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all outer tyre walls damaged

Fail 26 Oct 2011 16,798 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all outer tyre walls damaged

Pass 19 Oct 2010 15,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 12,701 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 10,075 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 8,074 miles

all tyres have slight cuts on sidewalls.

Pass 12 Jan 2007 6,666 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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LC52 XWP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LC52 XWP, 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 LC52 XWP registered?

LC52 XWP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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