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LK03 SXN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

74,917 mi
Last recorded74,917 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 SXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 74,917 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 73,660 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 71,426 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 66,343 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 66,343 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 54,425 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 54,418 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Inner cuts to tyre side wall

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 42,261 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 42,261 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,397 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 33,371 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 33,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 32,703 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 32,124 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 32,124 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 31,081 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 27,404 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 22,252 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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LK03 SXN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 LK03 SXN, 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 LK03 SXN registered?

LK03 SXN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is LK03 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 SXN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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