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M5 CKX

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,568 mi
Last recorded115,568 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 CKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2009 115,568 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 115,568 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2008 111,465 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 107,794 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 100,724 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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M5 CKX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 M5 CKX, 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.

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What year was M5 CKX registered?

M5 CKX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is M5 CKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 CKX shows 5 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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