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LD03 MUW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,596 mi
Last recorded78,596 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 MUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 78,596 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 77,889 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 2 May 2014 74,543 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 74,543 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 72,354 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 69,756 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 66,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

front brake disks heavilly scored, ridged and lipped

Pass 29 Apr 2010 49,572 miles

n/s/f tyre large chunk out of inner sidewall not down to the cords.

no rear seats fitted to vehicle

slight movement in steering wheel

Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,764 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,839 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 18,106 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 13,812 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LD03 MUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 2,084cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LD03 MUW, 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 LD03 MUW registered?

LD03 MUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LD03 MUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 MUW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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