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GP55 LSY

2005 Mercedes-benz A 200

Silver Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

58,838 mi
Last recorded58,838 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A 20060,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 LSY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 58,838 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

temporary repair on windscreen washers but working.

Fail 30 Nov 2020 58,832 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 50,778 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Nov 2019 50,778 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 44,188 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 44,188 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 38,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 33,289 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 33,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 27,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 27,452 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 19,997 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 13,940 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,151 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 12,186 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 12,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 11,390 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 9,976 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 8,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

large under trays

sticker at bottom of offside windscreen

Pass 20 Nov 2008 8,082 miles

large under trays

sticker at bottom of offside windscreen

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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GP55 LSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Silver with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 GP55 LSY, 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 GP55 LSY registered?

GP55 LSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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