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EF52 SNY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

68,580 mi
Last recorded68,580 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 SNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 68,580 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 68,580 miles

Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2025 66,365 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 65,050 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 64,092 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 62,142 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 61,390 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 61,388 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 60,826 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 59,856 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 58,536 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 57,453 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 56,178 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 54,950 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 53,827 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 53,827 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 52,920 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2013 52,920 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 52,153 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 50,902 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 48,777 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 47,469 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 46,004 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 44,071 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 40,299 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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EF52 SNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EF52 SNY, 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 EF52 SNY?

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What year was EF52 SNY registered?

EF52 SNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is EF52 SNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 SNY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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