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GU56 JYV

2007 Mercedes-benz A 200

Black Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,701 mi
Last recorded44,701 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz A 20058,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 JYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 44,701 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 44,175 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 44,174 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2023 43,801 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2023 43,801 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 43,519 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2021 42,939 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 42,939 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 42,168 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside front and rear Tyres have damage to outer sidewalls.

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 27 Sep 2018 41,135 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Fail 27 Sep 2018 41,135 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 2 Sep 2017 39,750 miles

Nearside Door and Quarter Panel damaged.

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Fail 2 Sep 2017 39,750 miles

Nearside Door and Quarter Panel damaged.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 31 Aug 2016 38,545 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2015 36,606 miles

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 33,843 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 30,684 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 23,648 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 18,036 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 11,611 miles

large under trays

offside head/light aim on upper limit/

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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GU56 JYV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Black with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 58,937 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 GU56 JYV, 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 19 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 GU56 JYV registered?

GU56 JYV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is GU56 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 JYV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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