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AC03 LBX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,008 mi
Last recorded40,008 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 LBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 40,008 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 35,660 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 33,730 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

undertrays fitted obscuring views

Fail 8 Jun 2017 33,726 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

undertrays fitted obscuring views

Pass 1 Jul 2016 29,186 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 29,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 25,252 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 25,252 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 13,593 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 8,287 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 8,233 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 8,102 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 7,608 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 6,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,520 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 4,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 3,313 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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AC03 LBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AC03 LBX, 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.

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What year was AC03 LBX registered?

AC03 LBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is AC03 LBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 LBX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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