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AY13 VTV

2013 Mercedes-benz A 200

Blue Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,860 mi
Last recorded99,860 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz A 20066,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY13 VTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 99,860 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 87,082 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 82,502 miles

rear brake discs worn/lipped

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Apr 2023 78,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2022 72,993 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2021 66,705 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 66,705 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 65,970 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 60,653 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 54,432 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 48,170 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 38,343 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A 200?

Based on 37,458 MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
6,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 267
coil spring broken 179
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AY13 VTV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Blue with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 66,513 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 267 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY13 VTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz A 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY13 VTV registered?

AY13 VTV is a 2013 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 27 April 2013.

Is AY13 VTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY13 VTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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