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HK52 WPV

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,090 mi
Last recorded149,090 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 WPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 149,090 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 143,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Aug 2015 143,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 136,141 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 136,128 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

rear brake pads and discs are VERY WORN

Pass 8 Aug 2013 130,285 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 124,885 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 119,490 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 119,481 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 113,541 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 108,228 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly uneven

splits in side wall offside front

Pass 10 Jun 2008 101,764 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 92,595 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 85,287 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 81,650 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

imbalance to front service brake

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Dec 2005 81,650 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

imbalance to front service brake

nearside rear tyre worn badly on inner edge.

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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HK52 WPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc 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 HK52 WPV, 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 HK52 WPV registered?

HK52 WPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is HK52 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK52 WPV 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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