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LG53 VJN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,060 mi
Last recorded51,060 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 VJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 51,060 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 51,058 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2017 49,285 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 45,901 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2015 43,645 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 43,645 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 40,353 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 37,377 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 34,059 miles

rear number plate delaminating slightly but still readable at present

slight play in lower steering column swivel joint but not to excess

Pass 15 Aug 2011 30,682 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 28,023 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 24,954 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 22,002 miles

both washer aims too high

Pass 31 Aug 2007 18,736 miles

both front tyre treads scrubbing outer edges

Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,191 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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LG53 VJN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LG53 VJN, 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 LG53 VJN registered?

LG53 VJN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LG53 VJN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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