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LK03 WPP

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,026 mi
Last recorded114,026 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 WPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 114,026 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 113,272 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 112,918 miles

Centre Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked on radius arm (3.6.B.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wing cracked

Rear seat belts casings missing

Pass 5 Dec 2014 105,177 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear seat belt catch cover missing

Fail 3 Dec 2014 105,155 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear seat belt catch cover missing

Pass 2 Dec 2013 98,032 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 98,032 miles

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2013 94,246 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 85,239 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 76,486 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 68,894 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 59,017 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 50,937 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 41,504 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,626 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 WPP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WPP, 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 WPP registered?

LK03 WPP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is LK03 WPP safe to buy?

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