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LV03 XVF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,140 mi
Last recorded62,140 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 XVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 62,140 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,461 miles

Sidewall cracking on offside rear tyre

Fail 27 Nov 2013 59,461 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Sidewall cracking on offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2012 55,126 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 48,975 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 48,754 miles

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

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

noise from inside n/s/r brake drum when wheel is turned

slight knock from steering column when turning wheel

some testable items not checked due to under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2010 44,704 miles

under shields fitted to vehicle unable to test some items

Pass 13 Jan 2009 41,098 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 38,436 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 34,538 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 29,645 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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LV03 XVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV03 XVF, 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

How do I check the history of LV03 XVF?

You can check the full history of LV03 XVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV03 XVF registered?

LV03 XVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LV03 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV03 XVF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV03 XVF have outstanding finance?

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