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ADY 603D

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,791 mi
Last recorded96,791 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 603D
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2012 96,791 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011
Pass 16 Mar 2010 84,213 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 84,179 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 82,553 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front registration plate starting to delaminate

rear registration plate starting to delaminate

Fail 18 Mar 2009 82,553 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front registration plate starting to delaminate

rear registration plate starting to delaminate

Pass 31 Mar 2008 74,811 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007
Pass 1 Mar 2006 64,446 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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ADY 603D is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ADY 603D, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADY 603D?

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What year was ADY 603D registered?

ADY 603D is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is ADY 603D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADY 603D shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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