MOT Status
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83,301 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears **SIGNIFICANTLY FEATHERED**** 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth worn through (1.1.2 (c))
Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears **SIGNIFICANTLY FEATHERED**** 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Brake pedal rubber badly worn
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Rear sidelight way brighter than O/S
Nearside washer jet poor delivery
Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A 200?
Based on 37,458 MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles.
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BV56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 60,582 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 BV56 XBZ, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz A 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BV56 XBZ registered?
BV56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 7 September 2006.
Is BV56 XBZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BV56 XBZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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