CarVerify

Free Car Check

HJ52 ZRY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,538 mi
Last recorded91,538 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 ZRY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 91,538 miles

exhaust corroded

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2016 90,645 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 90,645 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 87,005 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system corroded

slight play on n/s steering rack end

Pass 25 Nov 2013 79,300 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 74,080 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2012 74,023 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2012 62,639 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 54,615 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 47,916 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 47,916 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 36,478 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 33,401 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 33,401 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 22,793 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HJ52 ZRY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HJ52 ZRY, 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 HJ52 ZRY?

You can check the full history of HJ52 ZRY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HJ52 ZRY registered?

HJ52 ZRY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HJ52 ZRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 ZRY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ52 ZRY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HJ52 ZRY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.