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FG55 FRD

2005 Mercedes-benz A 200

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,808 mi
Last recorded100,808 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A 20060,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 FRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 100,808 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 100,753 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 97,478 miles

Central Rear cover missing from seat belt locking mechanisum

Fail 9 Nov 2017 97,478 miles

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

Central Rear cover missing from seat belt locking mechanisum

Pass 10 Nov 2016 93,443 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 78,295 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 69,710 miles

both rear tyres have side wall wear inner edges

Fail 5 Nov 2014 69,709 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres have side wall wear inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 59,245 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 56,388 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 50,241 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2011 41,085 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 32,246 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 22,641 miles

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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FG55 FRD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 60,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG55 FRD, 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 21 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 FG55 FRD registered?

FG55 FRD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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