MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
100,808 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Central Rear cover missing from seat belt locking mechanisum
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
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both rear tyres have side wall wear inner edges
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
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A 200?
Based on 37,458 MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is FG55 FRD safe to buy?
The MOT history for FG55 FRD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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