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LK53 YTN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

12,847 mi
Last recorded12,847 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 YTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 12,847 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 10,274 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 8,986 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside front door mirror damage

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Sep 2022 8,878 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

rear wiper blade split

Fail 22 Sep 2022 8,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Sep 2021 8,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside door mirror unit damage

Fail 22 Sep 2021 8,771 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure continental 195 /50 r 15 82 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside door mirror unit damage

Pass 18 Sep 2020 8,266 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some component

Pass 23 Sep 2019 7,822 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

nearside rear view mirror missing

Pass 24 Sep 2018 7,413 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 25 Sep 2017 7,002 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2016 6,700 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2015 6,473 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2015 6,473 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2014 6,300 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 6,219 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 6,025 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 5,748 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 5,400 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 4,784 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 4,163 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 3,427 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 2,661 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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LK53 YTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LK53 YTN, 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 LK53 YTN registered?

LK53 YTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is LK53 YTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 YTN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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