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L2 PNK

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Pink Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,102 mi
Last recorded76,102 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 PNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 76,102 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust feteriorated

Pass 14 Aug 2014 72,775 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 72,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jul 2013 68,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 68,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jul 2012
Fail 27 Jul 2012 30 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 55,640 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 49,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 49,227 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 41,864 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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L2 PNK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Pink with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 79,888 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 L2 PNK, 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 28 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 L2 PNK?

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What year was L2 PNK registered?

L2 PNK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is L2 PNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L2 PNK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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