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LN53 UFW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

67,029 mi
Last recorded67,029 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN53 UFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 67,029 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 63,615 miles

Both front brake hoses perishing

Fail 11 Jun 2015 60,773 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 60,773 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 57,282 miles

slight play at steering wheel

Fail 25 Jun 2014 57,282 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play at steering wheel

Pass 6 Jun 2013

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre unevenly worn on outer edge

Fail 5 Jun 2013

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre unevenly worn on outer edge

Pass 22 Jun 2012 51,989 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside front

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

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

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 1 Jul 2011 48,602 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight damage to offside front tyre on outer sidewall

Fail 1 Jul 2011 48,602 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight damage to offside front tyre on outer sidewall

Pass 22 Jul 2010 44,086 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,283 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 24,130 miles

o/s/f, o/s/r & n/s/r tyres starting to perish on tread to outer sidewalls.

Pass 5 Jul 2007 16,867 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 16,867 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 13,317 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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LN53 UFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 LN53 UFW, 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 LN53 UFW registered?

LN53 UFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is LN53 UFW safe to buy?

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