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CP52 NXV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

58,921 mi
Last recorded58,921 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP52 NXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 58,921 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 54,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

covers fitted to outer sills

r/n/s inner sill corroding

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 21 Aug 2020 54,023 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

covers fitted to outer sills

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Aug 2019 49,066 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both...to wheel cylinders (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays & sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 23 Aug 2019 49,066 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both...to wheel cylinders (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays & sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Sep 2018 42,624 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 36,283 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,126 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 22 Sep 2016 31,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Aug 2015 27,575 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 26,024 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 26,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

OSR tyre sidewall deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2013 22,275 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 21,789 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 20,936 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front top bearing slightly worn

offside rear brake pipe showing signs of surface corrosion

Fail 7 Feb 2012 20,936 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front top bearing slightly worn

offside rear brake pipe showing signs of surface corrosion

Pass 8 Feb 2011 19,604 miles

nearside rear tyre has a cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 23 Feb 2010 18,359 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 18,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall and shows signs of cracking

Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,889 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 14,770 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 12,697 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 9,407 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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CP52 NXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 CP52 NXV, 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

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What year was CP52 NXV registered?

CP52 NXV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is CP52 NXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP52 NXV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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