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SB52 LOH

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 LOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016
Fail 18 Apr 2016

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 50,846 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 50,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 46,285 miles

Both wing indicators starting to show white light

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust is in poor condition

N/s front tyre worn and close to the legal limit

O/s rear seat belt catch damaged

O/s top strut mounting stiff

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2014 46,263 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both wing indicators starting to show white light

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust is in poor condition

N/s front tyre worn and close to the legal limit

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

O/s rear seat belt catch damaged

O/s top strut mounting stiff

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 44,447 miles

Centre exhast box/ clamp in poor condition

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine managemnt light is on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Apr 2013 44,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Centre exhast box/ clamp in poor condition

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine managemnt light is on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2012 42,558 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light is staying on

exhaust silencer outer skin is heavily corroded

nearside rear seat belt catch cover is missing

offside rear wheel trim is missing

the nearside front upper support bearing assembly is creaking and requires attention

Pass 13 Mar 2012 42,558 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light is staying on

exhaust silencer outer skin is heavily corroded

nearside rear seat belt catch cover is missing

offside rear wheel trim is missing

the nearside front upper support bearing assembly is creaking and requires attention

Pass 14 Mar 2011 39,649 miles

Nearside rear seat belt catch cover is missing

Fail 14 Mar 2011 39,649 miles

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

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

Management lamp is on

Nearside front wiper blade is damaged

Nearside rear seat belt catch cover is missing

Rear number plate is loose

Rear wiper blade is torn

Pass 23 Mar 2010 35,951 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 35,951 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,467 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 32,467 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre tread seperating

Pass 1 Apr 2008 29,277 miles

Rear number plate is loose

Fail 3 Apr 2007 25,662 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

rear wiper torn

Pass 3 Apr 2007 25,662 miles

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

rear wiper torn

Pass 5 Apr 2006 20,355 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 20,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 18,650 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

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SB52 LOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SB52 LOH, 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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SB52 LOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 January 2003.

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