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GCZ 5437

2000 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests23 (11 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate47.8%

Mileage

91,213 mi
Last recorded91,213 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class70,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 5437
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 12 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 91,213 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 91,213 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 91,175 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 87,338 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 87,338 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 83,902 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 83,902 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 73,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 73,786 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 70,086 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside obligatory mirror missing

Fail 29 Mar 2013 70,056 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2011 61,286 miles

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

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

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

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

play in steering coloum

rear tyres misshaped wearing inner edge

Fail 29 Oct 2011 61,378 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

Rear tyres wearing unevenly

Washers poor

Pass 20 Nov 2010 58,653 miles

centre tray loose. (2)front discs and pads low.

Fail 20 Nov 2010 58,653 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

centre tray loose. (2)front discs and pads low.

Fail 4 Nov 2009 54,331 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 54,331 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 48,817 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2008 48,812 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

engine management light on

Fail 6 Nov 2007 42,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 42,068 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2006 38,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play present in steering column tube

Pass 9 Nov 2006 38,434 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight play present in steering column tube

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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GCZ 5437 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 47.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 70,314 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 GCZ 5437, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCZ 5437 registered?

GCZ 5437 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is GCZ 5437 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 5437 shows 23 tests with a 47.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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