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LIL 148

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,171 mi
Last recorded42,171 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 148
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 42,171 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 41,565 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 40,915 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 40,282 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 39,596 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 39,181 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 38,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 37,660 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 36,887 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 35,918 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 34,964 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 33,826 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 32,387 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,953 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,937 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 28,530 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,309 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 26,318 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 24,838 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 23,164 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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LIL 148 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LIL 148, 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 LIL 148 registered?

LIL 148 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is LIL 148 safe to buy?

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