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AP52 KFW

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

66,480 mi
Last recorded66,480 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 KFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 66,480 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front shock observer corroded but strong enough

Pass 15 Feb 2021 61,855 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

covers over outer sills

inner sills rusty

undercovers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2020 57,973 miles

Both rear tyres have a perished sidewall

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 50,783 miles

both front tyres have a worn outer edge

Pass 12 Feb 2018 49,206 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 45,227 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on outer shoulders

Pass 12 Feb 2016 43,393 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim outer bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust hanger bracket slightly corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2016 43,391 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim outer bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust hanger bracket slightly corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2015 41,078 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 38,538 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Feb 2014 38,538 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 36,038 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,698 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 30,677 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 30,677 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 27,203 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 23,861 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 20,392 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 17,404 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 14,635 miles

front pads getting low

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 KFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AP52 KFW, 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 AP52 KFW registered?

AP52 KFW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 February 2003.

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