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EN52 LFT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,482 mi
Last recorded100,482 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN52 LFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 100,482 miles

Both front brake disc are lipped

Both front brake pads are wearing thin

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 96,523 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 93,211 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 93,211 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres cracking and perished on outer wall

Nearside rear tyre is perished and cracking on the outer wall

Pass 5 Feb 2015 89,609 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 85,787 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 85,787 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 81,490 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 76,449 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 69,872 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 69,872 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 60,298 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 52,228 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 45,272 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 45,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/SIDE REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLE COVER MISSING

REAR HEAD RESTRINTS FACING WRONG WAY..........

Pass 9 Feb 2007 36,481 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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EN52 LFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red 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 EN52 LFT, 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 LFT?

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What year was EN52 LFT registered?

EN52 LFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is EN52 LFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN52 LFT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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