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S926 EGC

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,387 mi
Last recorded54,387 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS926 EGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 54,387 miles

Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately both front hose repaired but not inppriately (3.6.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 53,795 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 53,795 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2013 49,782 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 49,769 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 46,753 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 44,153 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 44,153 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 42,711 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 40,267 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 40,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2008 38,780 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 33,473 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 21,605 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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S926 EGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S926 EGC, 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 S926 EGC?

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What year was S926 EGC registered?

S926 EGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S926 EGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S926 EGC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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