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K13 JSR

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,444 mi
Last recorded97,444 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK13 JSR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 97,444 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 97,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 86,975 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 85,449 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 83,112 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 77,950 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 77,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 73,123 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 59,312 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 59,312 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 45,186 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 32,626 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 17,544 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 17,544 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

oil around power steering pipe

rear wiper blade split

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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K13 JSR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K13 JSR, 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 K13 JSR?

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What year was K13 JSR registered?

K13 JSR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is K13 JSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K13 JSR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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