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MW52 NXS

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,427 mi
Last recorded57,427 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 NXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 57,427 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 57,427 miles

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

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

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

eml light on

Pass 10 Aug 2018 49,988 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 49,988 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 40,734 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 40,734 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 35,818 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 32,934 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 31,141 miles

nearside front tyre wearing near limit

rear exhaust mounting bracket corroded

Pass 23 May 2013 28,711 miles

'Knock' from steering - no fault found

Fail 22 May 2013 28,711 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

'Knock' from steering - no fault found

Pass 12 Jun 2012 26,430 miles

offside rear coil spring broken on lowest coil - operation not affected but suggest replace

Pass 13 Jun 2011 24,273 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,529 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 18,731 miles

nearside front tyre badly worn edge and near limit - suggest replace

Pass 16 Jun 2008 16,210 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 13,290 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 10,766 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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MW52 NXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MW52 NXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MW52 NXS?

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What year was MW52 NXS registered?

MW52 NXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is MW52 NXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 NXS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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