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LL52 DZG

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,507 mi
Last recorded102,507 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL52 DZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 102,507 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 102,507 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 102,353 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 102,156 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2017 102,156 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 101,619 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 100,949 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 100,207 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 99,473 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 98,845 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 98,522 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 92,873 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 92,873 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 87,108 miles

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

slight blue smoke on acceleration

Pass 3 Jan 2009 72,304 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 54,999 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 54,999 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 35,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 35,442 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 27,038 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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LL52 DZG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LL52 DZG, 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 LL52 DZG registered?

LL52 DZG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is LL52 DZG safe to buy?

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