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LJ53 HDF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

36,128 mi
Last recorded36,128 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 HDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 36,128 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 36,128 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,877 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 31,925 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 28,429 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 25,173 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 23,613 miles

airbag light on

Pass 21 Oct 2011 21,867 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 19,674 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 17,088 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 14,322 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 12,032 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 9,011 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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LJ53 HDF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ53 HDF, 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 LJ53 HDF registered?

LJ53 HDF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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