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AF04 XSW

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,380 mi
Last recorded71,380 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 XSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 71,380 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 71,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front & offside rear outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 63,078 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 56,740 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,424 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,186 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 43,186 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 40,048 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)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 37,082 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 34,386 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 32,583 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2009 29,822 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,496 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 20,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 20,806 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 20,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 XSW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XSW, 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 AF04 XSW registered?

AF04 XSW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is AF04 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 XSW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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