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LR53 LHE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,740 mi
Last recorded52,740 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 LHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 52,740 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 52,740 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2020 51,836 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 50,084 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 46,568 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 43,152 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 41,088 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 39,012 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pad warning light on

offside front brake pads approx 85 percent worn

Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,818 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 32,044 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 29,961 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,956 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 25,591 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 23,569 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 23,569 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 21,695 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 19,165 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 14 Jul 2006 14,183 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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LR53 LHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LR53 LHE, 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 LR53 LHE registered?

LR53 LHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is LR53 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 LHE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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