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ACZ 1178

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,733 mi
Last recorded69,733 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 1178
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2019 69,733 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 69,733 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 67,061 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

exhaust system corroding

rear tyres perishing

Fail 27 Feb 2019 67,061 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

exhaust system corroding

rear tyres perishing

Pass 1 Mar 2018 63,205 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 63,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 59,527 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 55,288 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 51,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 51,443 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 47,329 miles

both rear tyres distorted and wearing low

o/s/f brake flexi hose protection boot split

Fail 3 Feb 2014 47,325 miles

Nearside Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres distorted and wearing low

o/s/f brake flexi hose protection boot split

Pass 13 Feb 2013 43,281 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges.

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SRS light is on.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2012 39,607 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside wiper split but still clearing screen

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

SRS light on

Pass 10 Feb 2011 35,222 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 31,259 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 25,831 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 18,002 miles

splash sheild fitted under car

Fail 30 Jan 2008 18,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

splash sheild fitted under car

Pass 14 Feb 2007 12,824 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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ACZ 1178 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ACZ 1178, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACZ 1178?

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What year was ACZ 1178 registered?

ACZ 1178 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is ACZ 1178 safe to buy?

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