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S842 NJB

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,154 mi
Last recorded124,154 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS842 NJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 124,154 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 120,984 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

steering slightly stiff at steering wheel

Pass 16 Jan 2012 120,984 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

steering slightly stiff at steering wheel

Pass 4 Jan 2011 99,008 miles

rear plate marked

wear front disc

Pass 9 Dec 2009 83,183 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight damage rear reg plate /os front door damaged /

Pass 17 Dec 2008 75,407 miles

slight damage rear reg plate

Pass 19 Dec 2007 67,502 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 59,213 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2005 48,958 miles

undertray length of vehicle

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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S842 NJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S842 NJB, 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

How do I check the history of S842 NJB?

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What year was S842 NJB registered?

S842 NJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S842 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S842 NJB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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