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LD53 VDE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,694 mi
Last recorded64,694 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 VDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 64,694 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 53,953 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 38,847 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 24,507 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 23,209 miles

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,672 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 20,957 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 19,314 miles

cracks in both rear tyres

Pass 2 Mar 2009 17,369 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 14,425 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside mirror slightly insecure

Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,425 miles

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

offside mirror slightly insecure

Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,341 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VDE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 LD53 VDE, 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 LD53 VDE registered?

LD53 VDE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LD53 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD53 VDE 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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