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BU54 WCP

2005 Mercedes A Class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,075 mi
Last recorded108,075 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes A Class63,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 WCP
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 108,075 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 108,075 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 106,348 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 106,348 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 97,370 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

Offside Front Wing body structure is deformed.

Pass 18 Oct 2022 85,147 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 77,031 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 75,477 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 57,260 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 47,949 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 44,439 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,038 miles

MOT carried out alongside full service

Pass 26 Jun 2015 42,131 miles

front discs

Pass 4 Jun 2014 40,731 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2013 39,355 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 38,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 37,347 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 35,806 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 25,830 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 22,771 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 22,771 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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BU54 WCP is a 2005 Mercedes A Class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 WCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU54 WCP registered?

BU54 WCP is a 2005 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 24 February 2005.

Is BU54 WCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 WCP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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