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L5 GWP

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,856 mi
Last recorded48,856 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 GWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 48,856 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 48,838 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,251 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,106 miles

outer sill covers fitted, unable to do full inspection

Fail 18 Apr 2018 47,106 miles

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

outer sill covers fitted, unable to do full inspection

Pass 26 Apr 2017 46,472 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 45,518 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 45,518 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 44,561 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 43,636 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 42,793 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 42,131 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 42,131 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 41,031 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 4 May 2011 41,031 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 39,856 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 38,139 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 36,109 miles

slight corrosion on front brake discs inner edges

Pass 23 May 2007 34,336 miles

both front disc`s edges corroded slightly

front under cover damp slightly

Pass 25 May 2006 32,272 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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L5 GWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L5 GWP, 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

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What year was L5 GWP registered?

L5 GWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is L5 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 GWP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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