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LC53 RXA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,269 mi
Last recorded80,269 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 RXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 80,269 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 80,267 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2013 78,737 miles

o/s front door damaged

o/s/f tyre cut in sidewall

Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,287 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 64,072 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 64,072 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

SRS warning light on

Fail 16 Dec 2009 59,537 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 16 Dec 2009 59,537 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 5 Jan 2009 53,745 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 53,745 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 47,700 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2006 35,380 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 RXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RXA, 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 RXA registered?

LC53 RXA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is LC53 RXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 RXA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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