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HT52 RYC

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

123,456 mi
Last recorded123,456 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT52 RYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 123,456 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Jan 2018 123,412 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2017 107,160 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2016 103,242 miles

Nearside Rear child set not test

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

Fail 4 Feb 2016 103,242 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear child set not test

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

Fail 29 Jan 2015 99,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 99,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 95,393 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 90,096 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 85,046 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 78,648 miles

Exhaust bracket missing.

Nearside and Offside front tyres cracking on inner tread.

Pass 13 Jan 2010 69,075 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 61,044 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 53,205 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 44,673 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 38,201 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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HT52 RYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HT52 RYC, 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 HT52 RYC?

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What year was HT52 RYC registered?

HT52 RYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is HT52 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT52 RYC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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