2002 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · DV52 VVA
2002 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 86,002 miles. MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,002 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DV52 VVA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2021
- 86,002 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DV52 VVA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (DV52 VVA) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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