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SP53 LVO

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,239 mi
Last recorded11,239 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 LVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 11,239 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 11,239 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 107,094 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2017 107,094 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 101,298 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 101,298 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 93,965 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 84,339 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 71,291 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Nov 2011 58,143 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 58,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake hoses perished

n/s/r seatbelt not fully checked as childseat fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2010 48,644 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 48,644 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 44,541 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 40,300 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 35,980 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 28,383 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 28,383 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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SP53 LVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SP53 LVO, 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 SP53 LVO?

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What year was SP53 LVO registered?

SP53 LVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is SP53 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 LVO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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