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AE52 HNV

2002 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,411 mi
Last recorded95,411 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class64,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 HNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2014 95,411 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 95,411 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 89,739 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 83,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 83,480 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 72,991 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 61,698 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,150 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 46,577 miles

offside and nearside front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 20 Nov 2007 41,499 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,347 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 27,665 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 27,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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AE52 HNV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 64,608 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 AE52 HNV, 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 24 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 AE52 HNV?

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What year was AE52 HNV registered?

AE52 HNV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is AE52 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 HNV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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