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LS03 DYJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,507 mi
Last recorded92,507 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 DYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 92,507 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 92,507 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 86,716 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 80,871 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 71,003 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 71,003 miles

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 66,735 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 66,734 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 64,772 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2012 64,772 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 62,832 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 62,832 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 56,262 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 56,262 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 47,515 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 47,515 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

N/s/front tyre worn outer edge.

Pass 17 Apr 2008 39,618 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 29,401 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 22,067 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 22,062 miles

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

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 DYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LS03 DYJ, 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 DYJ registered?

LS03 DYJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is LS03 DYJ safe to buy?

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