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NV02 AWH

2002 Mercedes A140 Classic

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,992 mi
Last recorded77,992 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2009
Typical for 2002 Mercedes A140 Classic48,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV02 AWH
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2009 77,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

both rear wheels slighly buckled

n/s mirror glass cracked

windscreen wipers starting to smear

Fail 7 Mar 2009 77,987 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

both rear wheels slighly buckled

n/s mirror glass cracked

windscreen wipers starting to smear

Pass 5 Apr 2008 75,412 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 64,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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NV02 AWH is a 2002 Mercedes A140 Classic in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 48,932 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 A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV02 AWH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NV02 AWH registered?

NV02 AWH is a 2002 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is NV02 AWH safe to buy?

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