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A18 EMW

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,417 mi
Last recorded9,417 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 EMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 9,417 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 9,425 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged sleeve torn away... (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement worn through exposing metal sleeve (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 2,401 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 1,719 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 1,682 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 1,623 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 1,460 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 1,298 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 1,248 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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A18 EMW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 A18 EMW, 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 A18 EMW registered?

A18 EMW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 December 2004.

Is A18 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 EMW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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