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EG02 LGN

2002 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

63,000 mi
Last recorded63,000 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes A Class73,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG02 LGN
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 63,000 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 26 May 2016 63,000 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 53,689 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 22 May 2015 53,689 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 46,682 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 20 May 2013 40,719 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 40,719 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 35,435 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 35,435 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 30,880 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/r rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Apr 2010 25,598 miles

both rear tyres wall slight cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,068 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2008 19,130 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 19,130 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jul 2007 14,413 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 9,952 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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EG02 LGN is a 2002 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 73,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG02 LGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EG02 LGN registered?

EG02 LGN is a 2002 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is EG02 LGN safe to buy?

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