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KX07 ELK

2007 Mercedes A Class

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,428 mi
Last recorded79,428 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes A Class69,206 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX07 ELK
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 79,428 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

slight wear in steering column universal joints

undertrays

Fail 18 Jul 2018 79,384 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

slight wear in steering column universal joints

undertrays

Pass 14 Jul 2017 78,379 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 75,308 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 64,775 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 64,775 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 57,789 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 49,915 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 31,994 miles

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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KX07 ELK is a 2007 Mercedes A Class in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 69,206 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 KX07 ELK, 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 19 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 KX07 ELK registered?

KX07 ELK is a 2007 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 26 July 2007.

Is KX07 ELK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX07 ELK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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