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FP05 XMU

2005 Mercedes-benz A 200

Blue Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,495 mi
Last recorded81,495 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A 20060,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 XMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 81,495 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 81,495 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 76,664 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2023 67,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 54,190 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 54,190 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 45,765 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 45,765 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 40,700 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 39,347 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 37,274 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 34,720 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 32,309 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 30,660 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,474 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,695 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 21,801 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 21,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,413 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 15,855 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 12,091 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 8,336 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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FP05 XMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Blue with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FP05 XMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP05 XMU registered?

FP05 XMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is FP05 XMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 XMU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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