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EN52 EXT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,452 mi
Last recorded76,452 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN52 EXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 76,452 miles

Front number plate below average

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust braket broken

under trays fitted

Fail 3 Dec 2015 76,452 miles

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

Front number plate below average

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust braket broken

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 70,562 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 63,762 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2012 57,877 miles

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

emissions passed unable to print result

Pass 5 Dec 2011 53,602 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 53,602 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 48,975 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 48,975 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 42,961 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 40,274 miles

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

offside front rim dented

offside rear rim dented

offside rear tyre wearing low inner edge

rear number plate

underside of front bumper offside damaged

Pass 8 Nov 2007 35,239 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 35,239 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

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

advise front wipers will need attention soon

advise washer jets could do with slight adjustment

Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EN52 EXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN52 EXT, 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 EN52 EXT?

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What year was EN52 EXT registered?

EN52 EXT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is EN52 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN52 EXT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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