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SB52 UOT

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,824 mi
Last recorded105,824 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 UOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 105,824 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes slightly corroded and greased

Pass 18 Feb 2016 98,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 93,040 miles

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

exhaust box deteriated

Pass 14 Feb 2014 86,809 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 75,726 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 75,724 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 69,479 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 66,240 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 66,240 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 61,098 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 54,654 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 45,056 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 41,188 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 32,901 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 32,701 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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SB52 UOT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SB52 UOT, 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 SB52 UOT registered?

SB52 UOT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is SB52 UOT safe to buy?

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