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GN55 XSM

2005 Mercedes-benz A 200

Grey Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,379 mi
Last recorded56,379 miles
Recorded on26 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A 20060,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 XSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2024 56,379 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 33,009 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear tyre has small age related cuts

Fail 27 Nov 2019 33,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn excess on the outer edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear tyre has small age related cuts

Pass 26 Nov 2018 25,554 miles

Offside Rear tyre has age related cracks/scuffs

lower under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Jan 2017 24,135 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 24,135 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 20,427 miles

Rear tyres have age cuts

Pass 17 Jun 2015 19,586 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 18,731 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 18,731 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 17,854 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres have age cracks

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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GN55 XSM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Grey with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GN55 XSM, 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 GN55 XSM registered?

GN55 XSM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is GN55 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 XSM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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