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DIG 5372

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,416 mi
Last recorded122,416 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 5372
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2013 122,416 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 111,947 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 102,576 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 99,821 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 99,798 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2009 97,239 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 90,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 80,601 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 68,951 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 56,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front tyre is worn on inner edge and is only just legal.

Non critical play (less than 13mm) noted at steering wheel free play.Also steering rack is noisy in operation.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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DIG 5372 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 75,680 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DIG 5372, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DIG 5372?

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What year was DIG 5372 registered?

DIG 5372 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is DIG 5372 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 5372 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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