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S261 TKR

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,018 mi
Last recorded94,018 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS261 TKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 94,018 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 85,282 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 85,282 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 80,983 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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S261 TKR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S261 TKR, 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

How do I check the history of S261 TKR?

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What year was S261 TKR registered?

S261 TKR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S261 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S261 TKR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S261 TKR have outstanding finance?

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