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S789 XHK

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

138,610 mi
Last recorded138,610 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS789 XHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 138,610 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner/outer edge

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 138,609 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner/outer edge

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 133,921 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 133,921 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 129,543 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 124,891 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 124,891 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 117,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2011 117,304 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 11 Nov 2010 112,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 112,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 108,764 miles

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

engine slightly noisy suspect timming chain

slight cracking n/s/f brake hose recommend replacement

slight fading all4 indicators

Fail 3 Sep 2009 108,763 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

engine slightly noisy suspect timming chain

light wiper mark front screen

slight cracking n/s/f brake hose recommend replacement

slight fading all4 indicators

tracktion control fault? unable to turn of for roller brake test

Pass 6 Jun 2008 90,977 miles

nearside rear tyre outer shoulder starting to crack

Fail 2 Jun 2008 90,977 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

nearside rear tyre outer shoulder starting to crack

Pass 14 Mar 2007 89,364 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 87,520 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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S789 XHK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S789 XHK, 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 S789 XHK registered?

S789 XHK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 January 1999.

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