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LS03 DYF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,363 mi
Last recorded33,363 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 DYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 33,363 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 32,430 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 30,978 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 29,108 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 27,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 27,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 25,931 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 24,966 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 24,966 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 23,355 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 23,355 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 21,532 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 21,530 miles

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 20,477 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 19,538 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 18,700 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 17,759 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,348 miles

Brake warning lamp is on

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 14,161 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 11,322 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,384 miles

Advise re-aim driver's windscreen washer.

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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LS03 DYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LS03 DYF, 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 LS03 DYF registered?

LS03 DYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is LS03 DYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 DYF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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