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H5 OFE

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

88,584 mi
Last recorded88,584 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 OFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 88,584 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 88,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 82,352 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 76,880 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 76,880 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,843 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 71,485 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 69,930 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 68,508 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 64,862 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 64,862 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 59,655 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 59,511 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2008 53,925 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 51,465 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 51,465 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 46,000 miles

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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H5 OFE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 75,680 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H5 OFE, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H5 OFE?

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What year was H5 OFE registered?

H5 OFE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is H5 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 OFE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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