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LC53 KUB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,606 mi
Last recorded39,606 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 KUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 39,606 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 38,759 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 36,994 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 34,240 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 33,108 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 31,295 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 31,295 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres slightly cracked

Pass 25 Nov 2009 27,051 miles

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

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

front brake pads getting low

osf wheel rim damaged

rear number plate deteriorated

slight knock/free play in steering

Fail 25 Nov 2009 27,051 miles

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

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

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

front brake pads getting low

osf wheel rim damaged

rear number plate deteriorated

slight knock/free play in steering

Pass 14 Nov 2008 22,993 miles

full under body covers fitted limited view of components

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 14 Nov 2008 22,993 miles

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

full under body covers fitted limited view of components

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 16 Nov 2007 18,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,278 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 12,937 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 KUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KUB, 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 LC53 KUB registered?

LC53 KUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LC53 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 KUB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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