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FM52 XTB

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

108,295 mi
Last recorded108,295 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 XTB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2023 108,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 106,246 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Feb 2021 104,933 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 104,475 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2020 104,468 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 102,442 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 102,442 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 99,625 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 96,312 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 93,590 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2016 93,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 89,494 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 86,138 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 81,611 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 81,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 76,935 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 76,927 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 70,522 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 64,000 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 57,698 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 57,652 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

check tracking

Pass 28 Jan 2008 52,087 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 52,087 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 43,376 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 33,874 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 33,874 miles

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

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 XTB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 FM52 XTB, 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 FM52 XTB?

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What year was FM52 XTB registered?

FM52 XTB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is FM52 XTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 XTB shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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