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LS52 YRK

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

54,129 mi
Last recorded54,129 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 YRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 54,129 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body protection applied (black)

Pass 25 Apr 2024 51,366 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 43,095 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 39,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 39,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 38,985 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam front (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working brakelight (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working both fronts (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 33,964 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 33,964 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 28,184 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 28,184 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 23,994 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear service brake effort recorded just met the legal requirements

Fail 28 Feb 2019 23,994 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear service brake effort recorded just met the legal requirements

Pass 14 Feb 2018 21,000 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 17,399 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 13,735 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 12,889 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 12,889 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 11,986 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

mileometer lamp not working

Pass 1 Feb 2014 11,986 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

mileometer lamp not working

Pass 7 Jan 2013 11,202 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 10,387 miles

front and rear reg no plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 Jan 2011 9,582 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 8,600 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 7,762 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 6,614 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 5,282 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 3,877 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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LS52 YRK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 LS52 YRK, 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 LS52 YRK registered?

LS52 YRK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is LS52 YRK safe to buy?

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