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A16 OXX

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,429 mi
Last recorded44,429 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 OXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2012 44,429 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 40,008 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 36,854 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 36,784 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,653 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 34,653 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Outer Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 32,938 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,426 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 30,652 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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A16 OXX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 79,888 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 A16 OXX, 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 28 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 A16 OXX registered?

A16 OXX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is A16 OXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 OXX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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