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S589 JRP

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS589 JRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2024

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

only SRS and battery light working, all other dash lights, odometer etc not working

undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

Pass 13 Feb 2023 34,380 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge,, tread depth ok,,, tyre is 20 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres, worn slightly on inner edges,, tread depths ok,,, tyres are 20 years old (5.2.3 (e))

headlamp dip switch, advise operation,,, recommend check

undertrays, sill covers etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

Fail 8 Feb 2023 34,380 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly on inner edge,, tread depth ok,,, tyre is 20 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres, worn slightly on inner edges,, tread depths ok,,, tyres are 20 years old (5.2.3 (e))

headlamp dip switch, advise operation,,, recommend check

undertrays, sill covers etc fitted, limiting view of some testable items

Pass 11 Feb 2022 32,535 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 32,534 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 32,429 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 32,145 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 31,781 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 31,361 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 30,787 miles

Offside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 30,064 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 29,279 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 28,799 miles

driver's side front wiper blade has a small split but still clear's the screen

Pass 19 Jan 2012 28,258 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 27,755 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,265 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 26,898 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 25,937 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 25,937 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 25,076 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 23,722 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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S589 JRP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S589 JRP, 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 S589 JRP registered?

S589 JRP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S589 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S589 JRP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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