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HD52 HJU

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,931 mi
Last recorded43,931 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 HJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 43,931 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 42,367 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 40,443 miles

N/S/F brake pipe getting rusty

Pass 4 Jan 2018 39,413 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 39,413 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides - Fitted 2 x 477 bulbs (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 37,727 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 36,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 34,739 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 33,421 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 31,553 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 29,143 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 28,092 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 24,807 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 20,880 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 18,701 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 16,222 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 13,803 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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HD52 HJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HD52 HJU, 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

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What year was HD52 HJU registered?

HD52 HJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is HD52 HJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD52 HJU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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