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2003 Mercedes A-Class 1.4L Petrol · LY52 VLK

LY52 VLK

2003 Mercedes A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/02/2003. Recorded mileage 71,433 miles. MOT valid until 23/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2003 · Sidcup (South East London)
MOT Status
Valid until 23/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
71,433 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1397cc

LY52 VLK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
  • 71,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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LY52 VLK Mileage History

  1. 03/03/202361,056 mi
  2. 18/03/202464,785 mi+3,729 mi
  3. 17/03/202568,585 mi+3,800 mi
  4. 17/03/202568,585 mi
  5. 24/03/202671,433 mi+2,848 mi

Average of roughly 3,393 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LY52 VLK MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 4 Jun 2026, 19:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes A-Class (LY52 VLK) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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