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BG52 FGZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 FGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017

both front shock absorber casings are slightly corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components

o/s/f brake pipe is slightly corroded

slight inner wheel rims distortion on rear wheels

Fail 16 Sep 2017

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

both front shock absorber casings are slightly corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring some components

o/s/f brake pipe is slightly corroded

slight inner wheel rims distortion on rear wheels

Pass 15 Sep 2016

both rear tyres have perishing cracks on inner sidewalls

front brake pads are getting thin

o/s/f inner wheel rim is slightly distorted

o/s/r inner wheel rim is slightly distorted

slight corrosion on n/s/f shock absorber

slight corrosion on o/s/f brake pipe

vehicle has engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 16 Sep 2015 53,270 miles

top of the engine cover and under the floor cover fitted front to back

Fail 16 Sep 2015 53,270 miles

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

top of the engine cover and under the floor cover fitted front to back

Pass 12 Sep 2014 49,392 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wheel inner rim has a slight distortion

Pass 17 Sep 2013 48,074 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 48,074 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 46,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2011 44,955 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 43,295 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 41,482 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 39,797 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 39,797 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,386 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 35,646 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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BG52 FGZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG52 FGZ, 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 BG52 FGZ registered?

BG52 FGZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is BG52 FGZ safe to buy?

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