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YM52 HNF

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,918 mi
Last recorded56,918 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 HNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 56,918 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge,cuts in side wall

Fail 12 Jan 2013 55,350 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 55,350 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 52,019 miles

Engine managemant warning lamp on. Rear number plate stained

Pass 10 Jan 2011 47,555 miles

engine warning light on

Fail 10 Jan 2011 47,555 miles

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

engine warning light on

Pass 16 Jan 2010 43,324 miles

Both fron tyres outer side walls damaged

Fail 16 Jan 2010 43,324 miles

Both fron tyres outer side walls damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 39,607 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 35,402 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 35,402 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 29,200 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 20,436 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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YM52 HNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YM52 HNF, 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 YM52 HNF registered?

YM52 HNF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is YM52 HNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM52 HNF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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