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S690 DAX

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

180,685 mi
Last recorded180,685 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS690 DAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 180,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 180,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 170,982 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion both side top of sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 162,785 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2013 153,311 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer skin on rear exhaust corroded

Fail 18 Dec 2013 153,310 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer skin on rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2012 142,277 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust centre section slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2011 131,105 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

o/s/r tyre starting to unevenly wear on inside edge

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2010 125,513 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

o/s/r tyre starting to wear unevenly on inner edge

Pass 7 Jan 2010 117,662 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

front and rear number plates slightly deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2008 105,978 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

Fail 15 Dec 2008 105,978 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to see some testable items

Pass 10 Jan 2008 95,822 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 82,477 miles

under trays not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jan 2006 70,883 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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S690 DAX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S690 DAX, 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 S690 DAX registered?

S690 DAX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S690 DAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S690 DAX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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