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BJZ 6198

2001 Mercedes A140 Classic

Blue Other 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,424 mi
Last recorded98,424 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic55,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJZ 6198
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 98,424 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 89,184 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 89,037 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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BJZ 6198 is a 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic in Blue with a 1,397cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 55,284 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 A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJZ 6198, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of BJZ 6198?

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What year was BJZ 6198 registered?

BJZ 6198 is a 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is BJZ 6198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJZ 6198 shows 3 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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