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FM52 KPZ

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 KPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2020

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust corroded

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all 4 s/abs [casings corroded]

exhaust corroded

rear brake backplates corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2019

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

all 4 s/abs [casings corroded]

exhaust corroded

rear brake backplates corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2018

rear brake discs corroded

Front Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened / corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

lower steering joint knocking

middle exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2017

exhaust corroded

front sub frame corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2017

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

exhaust corroded

front sub frame corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2016

exhaust corroded

sub/frame and suspension parts corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2015 37,887 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

e.m.light on

exhaust corroded

front sub frame corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2015 37,887 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

e.m.light on

exhaust corroded

front sub frame corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,677 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,373 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 28,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2011 28,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 25,173 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 22,269 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 18,958 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 15,196 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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FM52 KPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FM52 KPZ, 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.

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What year was FM52 KPZ registered?

FM52 KPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 February 2003.

Is FM52 KPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 KPZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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