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LN03 XMV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,294 mi
Last recorded93,294 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 93,294 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 92,814 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Aug 2019 92,814 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jul 2018 91,880 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 91,880 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 88,037 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 88,037 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 85,305 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 82,796 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 79,174 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 79,174 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 74,776 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 74,776 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 70,349 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 64,047 miles

Front pads getting low

brake warring lights on dash

Pass 9 Feb 2010 57,158 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 49,142 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 41,187 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 31,125 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,240 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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LN03 XMV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LN03 XMV, 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 LN03 XMV registered?

LN03 XMV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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