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S457 LGC

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,557 mi
Last recorded76,557 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS457 LGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 76,557 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 76,553 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 70,328 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 58,216 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 49,870 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 41,305 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 39,892 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 38,536 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 37,434 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 37,424 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2012 36,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Dec 2012 36,290 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2011 32,765 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 30,217 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 25,933 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 23,069 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 20,747 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

inner edge uneven wear to both rear tyres

Pass 30 Jan 2006 18,884 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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S457 LGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S457 LGC, 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

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What year was S457 LGC registered?

S457 LGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S457 LGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S457 LGC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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