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KV55 UPY

2005 Mercedes A Class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,522 mi
Last recorded117,522 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes A Class63,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 UPY
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 117,522 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 107,253 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 100,058 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 90,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN BALD ON EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel NEEDS ADJUSTING (3.1.6b)

management light on

noisy steering rack

Fail 16 Sep 2016 90,092 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN BALD ON EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel NEEDS ADJUSTING (3.1.6b)

management light on

noisy steering rack

Pass 15 Oct 2015 86,889 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 86,889 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 83,840 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 72,822 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 19 Dec 2012 72,822 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 48,598 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 48,598 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 48,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 33,894 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 22,558 miles

BACK WIPER MISSING

FRONT BRAKE LOOK OVERHEATED

Nail in rear tyre

O/S/F TYRE GETING LOW

SHIELD FITTEDTO VEHICLE

REAR PAD LOW

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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KV55 UPY is a 2005 Mercedes A Class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV55 UPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV55 UPY registered?

KV55 UPY is a 2005 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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