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LE03 UBV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 2084cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,323 mi
Last recorded88,323 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 UBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,084cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 88,323 miles

corrosion on both rear brake pipes to calipers

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Fail 1 Jul 2016 87,622 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

corrosion on both rear brake pipes to calipers

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 12 May 2015 75,278 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 71,559 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre inner tread

o/s/f tyre wearing low inner tread

unable to check outer sills due to plastic sill covers

unable to check under side of car due to plastic covers

Pass 30 May 2013 64,079 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 May 2013 64,079 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 May 2012 56,113 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 52,222 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing un-evenly

offside rear tyre under inflated (inflated to 29 psi)

slight crack in nearside front alloy wheel (edge of rim inner side)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 48,192 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 42,289 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 30,725 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,145 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,466 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 16,466 miles

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

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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LE03 UBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 2,084cc 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 LE03 UBV, 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 LE03 UBV registered?

LE03 UBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is LE03 UBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE03 UBV 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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