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HCZ 5795

2000 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

155,876 mi
Last recorded155,876 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class70,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCZ 5795
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 155,876 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 155,871 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 148,569 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 148,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 141,181 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 141,181 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 132,238 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 132,238 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 119,587 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2011 119,587 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 115,020 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 115,020 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 112,914 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 112,907 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 106,576 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers fitted under car

cut in n/s/f tyre side wall

inner front brake pads wearing down

knock on steering

number plates deteriorating

Fail 19 Oct 2007 94,375 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyresworn low on edge

o/s/r tyre 2mm and bald on edge

rear number plate deterioroting

Pass 19 Oct 2007 94,375 miles

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

both front tyresworn low on edge

o/s/r tyre 2mm and bald on edge

rear number plate deterioroting

Fail 14 Oct 2006 82,353 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/front tyre bald on inner edge (not in testable area)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 82,353 miles

o/s/front tyre bald on inner edge (not in testable area)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 68,363 miles

exhaust box rusty

Fail 15 Oct 2005 68,363 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust box rusty

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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HCZ 5795 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 HCZ 5795, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HCZ 5795 registered?

HCZ 5795 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is HCZ 5795 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCZ 5795 shows 21 tests with a 52.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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