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LM53 NDG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,208 mi
Last recorded36,208 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 NDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 36,208 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 24,724 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 24,724 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 16,837 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 15,882 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 14,691 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 12,428 miles

EML light on

NSF tyre bald on edges

OSF tyre bald on inner edge

Small cut in osf tyre

Fail 30 Jun 2011 10,875 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

advise leak from gearbox sump

advise osf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Jun 2011 10,875 miles

advise leak from gearbox sump

advise osf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 16 Jul 2010 8,567 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 6,697 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 5,499 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 5,055 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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LM53 NDG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LM53 NDG, 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 LM53 NDG registered?

LM53 NDG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is LM53 NDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 NDG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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