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LL03 NGU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,955 mi
Last recorded47,955 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 NGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 47,955 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight knocking noise from steering

Pass 7 Jan 2014 47,027 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 46,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mangment light staying on

slight knocking noise from steering

Fail 2 Jan 2013 46,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mangment light staying on

slight knocking noise from steering

Pass 15 Dec 2011 44,649 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 44,649 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 44,005 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 44,005 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Dec 2009 42,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorating

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 40,872 miles

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

offside front tyre cracking around sidewall and tread

Pass 29 May 2008 35,042 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 31,586 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 31,586 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,472 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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LL03 NGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LL03 NGU, 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 LL03 NGU registered?

LL03 NGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is LL03 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL03 NGU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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