CarVerify

Free Car Check

LV53 ZFW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 ZFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' screen cracked (8.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s and o/s/ has sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the sill areas

Fail 16 Feb 2017

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low cannot adjust (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' screen cracked (8.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s and o/s/ has sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the sill areas

Pass 15 Jan 2016 90,610 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 67,471 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 54,653 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 51,861 miles

Air bag warning light is on

Knock from steering when wheek is rocked, but no faults found

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

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

Steering rack, nearside tie rod joint has slight play

Fail 17 Dec 2012 51,861 miles

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

Air bag warning light is on

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

Knock from steering when wheek is rocked, but no faults found

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

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

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

Steering rack, nearside tie rod joint has slight play

Pass 12 Dec 2011 44,450 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2011 44,361 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 40,812 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 40,812 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 34,736 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 34,736 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 27,504 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 20,155 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 11,279 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LV53 ZFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LV53 ZFW, 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 LV53 ZFW?

You can check the full history of LV53 ZFW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV53 ZFW registered?

LV53 ZFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is LV53 ZFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 ZFW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV53 ZFW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LV53 ZFW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.