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LG03 SXV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,632 mi
Last recorded65,632 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 SXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2010 65,632 miles

Unable to see testable items due to extensive plastic covers

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2009 57,047 miles

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

stone chips in wind screen

the offside front anti roll bar link is worn

vehicle fitted with plastic sill covers and under trays

Pass 9 Apr 2008 48,278 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside rear outer brake pad worn very low, approx 2mm max. Recommend these are replaced soon

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

Slight brake imbalance on rear, 28%

Unable to see many testable items due to extensive use of plastic covers

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2007 41,638 miles

as befor

Fail 21 May 2007 41,638 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side rear tyre out of shape

plastic cover over door sill and under trays

Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,271 miles

o/s/r tyre nailed

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 SXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LG03 SXV, 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 SXV registered?

LG03 SXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is LG03 SXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 SXV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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