MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,483 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
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How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?
Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.
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S278 MBL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 S278 MBL, 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 S278 MBL?
You can check the full history of S278 MBL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was S278 MBL registered?
S278 MBL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 January 1999.
Is S278 MBL safe to buy?
The MOT history for S278 MBL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S278 MBL have outstanding finance?
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