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LG03 HVF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

101,414 mi
Last recorded101,414 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 HVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2018 101,414 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all staying on (alarm fault) (4.4.3 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative not tested due to alarm fault (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 92,061 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 92,061 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 86,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 75,603 miles

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

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

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

Nearside and offside front discs discoloured

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2015 75,603 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside and offside front discs discoloured

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 67,329 miles

some play/wear felt at steering wheel.

Fail 14 Jun 2014 67,270 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Damage to outer sidewall of nearside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre cracking on side walls

Nearside wiper smearing slightly

Offside front top mounting slightly rough on lock to lock check

Offside rear tyre has cuts in the tread but no ply or cords exposed

Screw in nearside front tyre

Slight play felt at steering wheel

Offside rear tyre inner sidewall spliting but no ply of cords exposed

Pass 27 Jun 2013 58,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 58,404 miles

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

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 50,280 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 48,318 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 48,318 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 45,529 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 40,995 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 34,340 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 30,639 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 30,639 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 24,402 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 24,402 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 17,927 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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LG03 HVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LG03 HVF, 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.

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What year was LG03 HVF registered?

LG03 HVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is LG03 HVF safe to buy?

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