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BG55 XRJ

2005 Mercedes-benz A 200

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,070 mi
Last recorded113,070 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A 20060,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 XRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 113,070 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2016 113,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2015 111,736 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 16 Dec 2013 98,044 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 85,311 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 85,311 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre approx 2.3mil

Fail 20 Dec 2011 71,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 71,544 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 52,321 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 37,752 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 37,752 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 30,568 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

rear wiper blade not clearing screen

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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BG55 XRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 60,638 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 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 267 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG55 XRJ, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz A 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 XRJ registered?

BG55 XRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 14 November 2005.

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