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LX53 WFD

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,067 mi
Last recorded73,067 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 WFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 73,067 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 73,055 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2018 51,909 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 46,088 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 41,831 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 37,539 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 33,993 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Feb 2013 33,993 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 32,345 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 29,810 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 27,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,473 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 22,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 18,578 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 13,478 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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LX53 WFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX53 WFD, 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 LX53 WFD?

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What year was LX53 WFD registered?

LX53 WFD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LX53 WFD safe to buy?

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