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FG06 NPV

2006 Mercedes-benz A 200

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

166,179 mi
Last recorded166,179 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz A 20060,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 NPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 166,179 miles

brake discs corroded/service brake effort met

temporary fuel cap fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2017 161,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut insecure bolts not tightened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

brake discs corroded/service brake effort met

temporary fuel cap fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 May 2016 158,324 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel efficiency just met/off side slow to advance (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

sill covers/under trays fitted

Fail 17 May 2016 158,314 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel efficiency just met/off side slow to advance (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

sill covers/under trays fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2015 149,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2015 149,093 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wiperblade worn

o/s/f tyre wearing edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2014 131,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2013 114,503 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2012 100,430 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Both rear tyres splitting on inner side walls

Pass 18 Apr 2011 84,837 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 84,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 57,823 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 57,823 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 44,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A 200?

Based on 37,458 MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
6,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 267
coil spring broken 179
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FG06 NPV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FG06 NPV, 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 FG06 NPV registered?

FG06 NPV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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