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AP52 FRN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

80,052 mi
Last recorded80,052 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 FRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2013 80,052 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake pipes corroded.

rear exhaust corroded...

Pass 10 Dec 2013 80,052 miles

rear brake pipes corroded.

rear exhaust corroded...

Pass 14 Dec 2012 71,728 miles

1.exhaust rear box starting to corrode 2,outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2012 71,727 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

1.exhaust rear box starting to corrode 2,outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2011 60,652 miles

1. Slight uneven tread wear on o/s rear tyre. 2. n/s and o/s rear steel brake pipes becoming corroded. 3. o/s front flexi brake hose becoming perished. 4. n/s front steel brake pipe becoming corroded under wheel arch.

Fail 12 Dec 2011 60,652 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

1. Slight uneven tread wear on o/s rear tyre. 2. n/s and o/s rear steel brake pipes becoming corroded. 3. o/s front flexi brake hose becoming perished. 4. n/s front steel brake pipe becoming corroded under wheel arch.

Pass 24 Nov 2010 52,851 miles

Front and Rear number plates slightly deterioated

Rear Tyres cracked and Tread depth low on edge

Fail 22 Nov 2010 52,851 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front and Rear number plates slightly deterioated

Rear Tyres cracked and Tread depth low on edge

Pass 26 Nov 2009 47,820 miles

front and rear no plates starting to deteriate

Pass 28 Nov 2008 41,171 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 35,050 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 26,230 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 17,584 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 17,584 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AP52 FRN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AP52 FRN, 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 AP52 FRN?

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What year was AP52 FRN registered?

AP52 FRN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is AP52 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 FRN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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