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KR52 HZY

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,288 mi
Last recorded119,288 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 HZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 119,288 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Jan 2015 115,272 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2013 109,627 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing on edges

nearside front tyre cut on inner side wall

offside windscreen washer jet slightly blocked

rear seats missing

Pass 7 Dec 2012 100,924 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

offside windscreen washer jet slightly blocked

rear seats not fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2011 91,720 miles

Oil leak

bulb out in centre brake light

offside windscreen washer jet slightly blocked

rear number plate slightly disfigured

slight knock from steering column needs further investigation

Pass 10 Jan 2011 84,554 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 70,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 70,878 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 61,398 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 48,351 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 38,378 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 38,378 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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KR52 HZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KR52 HZY, 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.

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What year was KR52 HZY registered?

KR52 HZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 February 2003.

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