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RV03 LZB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

84,723 mi
Last recorded84,723 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV03 LZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 84,723 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted ,obscuring underside components inspection

Pass 18 Jan 2018 82,304 miles

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

Under tray fitted obscuring inspection of underside components

Fail 18 Jan 2018 82,303 miles

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

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

Under tray fitted obscuring inspection of underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2017 78,914 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 78,914 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 75,313 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2016 75,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 71,140 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 69,796 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 69,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 67,141 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 67,141 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 62,894 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 58,848 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 54,794 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 50,385 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 45,969 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 37,016 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 27,376 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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RV03 LZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 RV03 LZB, 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 RV03 LZB registered?

RV03 LZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is RV03 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV03 LZB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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