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LC53 LZV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,144 mi
Last recorded43,144 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 LZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 43,144 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under trays fitted at time of test.

Fail 11 Jan 2018 43,144 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 18 Oct 2016 37,771 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 33,568 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 33,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 29,046 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 26,681 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,888 miles

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

both rear tyres perished slightly.

Pass 10 Dec 2010 19,990 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 17,449 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,290 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,552 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 10,552 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 7,312 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 LZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LZV, 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 LZV registered?

LC53 LZV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is LC53 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 LZV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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