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LD53 EVB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

97,850 mi
Last recorded97,850 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 EVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 97,850 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 97,849 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 94,535 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 92,362 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 87,502 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 84,798 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 84,798 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 77,703 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 68,013 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

n/s/r tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 15 Jun 2010 58,686 miles

both rear,front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode.

Pass 12 Jun 2009 48,393 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 36,523 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2007 27,397 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 24,496 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 24,496 miles

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

covers fitted under vehicle

n/s/r tyer outer side wall damaged

o/s/f tyer outer side wall damaged

o/s/r alloy wheel damaged on inside edge and side wall damaged ok at time of test

Pass 16 Nov 2006 23,912 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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LD53 EVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc 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 LD53 EVB, 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

How do I check the history of LD53 EVB?

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What year was LD53 EVB registered?

LD53 EVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is LD53 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 EVB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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