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DG52 CPK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,749 mi
Last recorded111,749 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 CPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 111,749 miles

Offside Front wiper blade poor condition.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also age cracking to tyre and uneven tread wear in places. (4.1.E.1)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim all wheel rims dented. (4.2.A.1a)

engine management light stays on.

Fail 18 Apr 2018 111,554 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front wiper blade poor condition.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also age cracking to tyre and uneven tread wear in places. (4.1.E.1)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim all wheel rims dented. (4.2.A.1a)

engine management light stays on.

Pass 7 Apr 2017 102,853 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

slight play steering wheel

Fail 31 Mar 2017 102,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

slight play steering wheel

Pass 1 Apr 2016 95,103 miles

ENGINE AND UNDER PANELS FITTED

ENGINE LIGHT ON DASH

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured PLUS/ BOTH REAR /AND REPETORS (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH TO HOSES (3.6.B.2c)

Rear SILENCER CORRODED AROUND CLAMP

Fail 24 Mar 2016 94,896 miles

Headlamp switch faulty MAIN BEAM SWITCH /WASHERS (1.7.1)

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

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

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

ENGINE AND UNDER PANELS FITTED

ENGINE LIGHT ON DASH

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured PLUS/ BOTH REAR /AND REPETORS (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH TO HOSES (3.6.B.2c)

Rear SILENCER CORRODED AROUND CLAMP

Pass 27 Mar 2015 88,090 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON DASH

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 81,069 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 81,069 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 78,047 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 74,217 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 66,980 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 43,997 miles

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

undershield fitted front to rear

Pass 17 Jul 2008 36,449 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 34,196 miles

offside rear wheel inner rim damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2007 33,595 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 20,204 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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DG52 CPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DG52 CPK, 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 DG52 CPK registered?

DG52 CPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is DG52 CPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 CPK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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