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LO52 BHN

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

122,880 mi
Last recorded122,880 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO52 BHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 122,880 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 122,836 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 115,313 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 115,313 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 111,691 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 111,658 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 100,434 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 66,403 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

nearside front wiper blade slightly split

non obligatory mirror damaged

under trays fitted obscuring some components`

Fail 30 Dec 2015 66,399 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

nearside front wiper blade slightly split

non obligatory mirror damaged

under trays fitted obscuring some components`

Pass 18 Dec 2014 58,012 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 58,012 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 55,866 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Feb 2013 52,960 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 49,453 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 46,434 miles

nearside wiper split slightly

Fail 3 Mar 2011 46,434 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside wiper split slightly

Pass 3 Mar 2010 43,561 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 43,560 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 40,545 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit tread distorting

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 2 Jul 2008 34,171 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 34,171 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 22,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 22,971 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 146 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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LO52 BHN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LO52 BHN, 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 LO52 BHN registered?

LO52 BHN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LO52 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO52 BHN shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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