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LC53 BZD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,945 mi
Last recorded49,945 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 BZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 49,945 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Knock from lower steering column universal Joint .

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 48,074 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 47,834 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 47,067 miles

wipers poor

Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,603 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 42,506 miles

Knocking in steering when rocked under load.

Fail 6 Jun 2014 42,506 miles

Knocking in steering when rocked under load.

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,984 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped

general corrosion to exhaust

rear number plate water damaged

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2011 23,985 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 19,634 miles

slight lip/pitting on front inner brake discs

some freeplay and clonking from steering system,may need attention soon

Pass 24 Nov 2009 17,927 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 16,350 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 16,350 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 14,995 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 14,995 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 13,579 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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LC53 BZD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,898cc 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 LC53 BZD, 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 LC53 BZD registered?

LC53 BZD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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