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LR53 SKF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

43,664 mi
Last recorded43,664 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 SKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 43,664 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 43,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 39,969 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 39,969 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,584 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 30,366 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 28,340 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 28,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 26,535 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 26,535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,535 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,535 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 25,486 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,814 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 24,814 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 23,538 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 22,387 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 21,497 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 21,497 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,120 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 19,448 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 17,437 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 SKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SKF, 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 SKF registered?

LR53 SKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is LR53 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 SKF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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