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DRZ 1296

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

85,671 mi
Last recorded85,671 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 1296
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 85,671 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

undertray preventing full inspection

Fail 6 Oct 2015 85,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front and rear (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

undertray preventing full inspection

Pass 18 Oct 2014 78,184 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear both sides shock absorbers slightly leaks

Fail 18 Oct 2014 78,184 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear both sides shock absorbers slightly leaks

Pass 19 Nov 2013 73,161 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 73,064 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 71,380 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 71,357 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Dec 2010 65,594 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2010 65,594 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 62,607 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 62,607 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2008 59,322 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 54,400 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 54,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 49,034 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 49,034 miles

Offside Outer Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 43,832 miles

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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DRZ 1296 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRZ 1296, 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

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What year was DRZ 1296 registered?

DRZ 1296 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is DRZ 1296 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 1296 shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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