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S655 KOH

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,023 mi
Last recorded73,023 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS655 KOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 73,023 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 71,040 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 71,031 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 68,636 miles

small cracks in both rear tyre walls

Pass 7 Jan 2015 64,775 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 61,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 61,491 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,786 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 56,059 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 53,359 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 50,667 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 50,667 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 48,080 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 45,461 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 42,209 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 38,970 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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S655 KOH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S655 KOH, 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 S655 KOH registered?

S655 KOH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S655 KOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S655 KOH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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