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A16 VLN

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,954 mi
Last recorded94,954 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 94,954 miles

exhaust box deteriated slightly

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall just within requirements

Fail 3 Feb 2014 94,925 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust box deteriated slightly

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall just within requirements

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2013 89,526 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre cracks in sidewall

Pass 25 Feb 2012 85,500 miles

front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 19 Feb 2011 80,635 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 74,474 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 74,108 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre slightly cracking in tread + on sidewall

Pass 2 Mar 2009 68,777 miles

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

Offside and nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 7 Mar 2008 62,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear wiper split

Fail 7 Mar 2008 62,024 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear wiper split

Pass 9 Mar 2007 54,785 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 49,131 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 48,932 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 47,904 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 VLN is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VLN, 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 VLN registered?

A16 VLN is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is A16 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 VLN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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