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AF04 UMD

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,106 mi
Last recorded132,106 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 UMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 132,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2017 127,634 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 123,609 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

Offside Rear side wall perished

Pass 6 Feb 2015 118,983 miles

silencer corroded

Fail 6 Feb 2015 118,983 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

silencer corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2013 110,041 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 101,961 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 101,961 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 89,839 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 76,514 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 76,514 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 64,782 miles

both rear outer seat belts not checked. child seats fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2008 53,092 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2007 40,247 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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AF04 UMD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AF04 UMD, 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

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What year was AF04 UMD registered?

AF04 UMD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AF04 UMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 UMD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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