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LCZ 7130

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,169 mi
Last recorded157,169 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCZ 7130
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 157,169 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 157,169 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 150,834 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 143,844 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 138,244 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 138,244 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 130,896 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 120,097 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 120,097 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 113,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 105,795 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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LCZ 7130 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LCZ 7130, 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 LCZ 7130 registered?

LCZ 7130 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is LCZ 7130 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCZ 7130 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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