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S201 NRK

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,723 mi
Last recorded55,723 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS201 NRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2017 55,723 miles

Headlamp switch faulty on main beam (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Nearside Front tyre side wall slightly damaged and cracking

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear tyre wearing low 2mm and cracking 195/50/15

Offside Rear tyre wearing low 2mm and cracking 195/50/15

both rear coil springs corroded

exhaust very corroded

front number plate worn

offside headlight faded beam pattern weak

Pass 27 May 2016 51,200 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 44,205 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 41,815 miles

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

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

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

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 28 May 2014 41,815 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)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 2 May 2013 40,821 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 40,312 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 39,373 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 39,372 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 37,916 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 36,208 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 34,626 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 May 2007 33,004 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 33,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2006 31,678 miles

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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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S201 NRK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S201 NRK, 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.

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What year was S201 NRK registered?

S201 NRK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S201 NRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S201 NRK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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