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A5 BCL

2019 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,324 mi
Last recorded35,324 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2019 Mercedes-benz V53,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 BCL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 35,324 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 30,682 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 30,679 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 25,264 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 20,593 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 16,905 miles

front tyres worn on edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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A5 BCL is a 2019 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2019 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 53,076 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 V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 BCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 7 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 BCL?

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What year was A5 BCL registered?

A5 BCL is a 2019 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 31 January 2019.

Is A5 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 BCL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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