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RF52 ULE

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,680 mi
Last recorded117,680 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 ULE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2012 117,680 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 101,262 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 Jan 2010 98,022 miles

both front brake hoses perished ( advise replacemenmt )

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2010 98,022 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

both front brake hoses perished ( advise replacemenmt )

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2009 90,081 miles

both front brake hoses perished

both front tyres worn low

movement in steering

n/s/r tyre on legal limit and perished advise replacment

o/s/r tyre close to limit and perished advise replacment

undertrays and sill covers fitted

windscreen chipped

Pass 2 Jan 2008 80,685 miles

all tyres under inflated

both front brake hoses starting to perish

movement in steering uj

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2007 66,898 miles

both front brake hoses perrished

rear number plate in poor conditoin < advise replacement >

sill trims fitted

tested when wet

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2006 46,050 miles

front discs worn slightly

under trays fitted

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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RF52 ULE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RF52 ULE, 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

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What year was RF52 ULE registered?

RF52 ULE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is RF52 ULE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF52 ULE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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