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A13 VLW

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,235 mi
Last recorded52,235 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 VLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 52,235 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 13 Aug 2013 52,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Sep 2012 44,138 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 41,795 miles

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

Dash warning light on.

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

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

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 41,795 miles

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

Dash warning light on.

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

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

Front brake discs slightly worn.

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 36,713 miles

front brake discs worm

front washers poor

rear washer inoperative

Pass 24 Jul 2009 32,073 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 24 Jul 2009 32,072 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2008 27,052 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 18,724 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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A13 VLW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 57,396 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 A13 VLW, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 VLW registered?

A13 VLW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is A13 VLW safe to buy?

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