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LU03 KBJ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,176 mi
Last recorded172,176 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU03 KBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 172,176 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 166,656 miles

slight corrosion on front sub-frame

Pass 2 Apr 2013 151,624 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

unable to check rear seat belts (no seats fitted)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 136,042 miles

N/S/F SUBFRAME DAMAGED

Fail 12 Apr 2012 136,042 miles

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

N/S/F SUBFRAME DAMAGED

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 119,501 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 104,734 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 89,285 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 72,909 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 59,163 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 59,163 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 42,232 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 42,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LU03 KBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LU03 KBJ, 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 LU03 KBJ registered?

LU03 KBJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is LU03 KBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU03 KBJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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