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MT52 AZA

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,789 mi
Last recorded85,789 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT52 AZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 85,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 76,781 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 69,098 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 62,554 miles

Slight corrosion to both rear inner sill panels

Pass 22 Dec 2012 57,221 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2012 57,220 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 52,043 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 47,427 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 38,734 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 29,998 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre starting to deteriate and crack

o/s/f tyre starting to deteriate and crack

o/s/r tyre starting to deteriate and crack

Pass 3 Nov 2007 20,072 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 12,754 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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MT52 AZA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MT52 AZA, 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 MT52 AZA registered?

MT52 AZA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is MT52 AZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT52 AZA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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