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S972 KLX

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,022 mi
Last recorded77,022 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS972 KLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2014 77,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

nearside front tyre outter edge cracking

Pass 30 Aug 2014 77,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

nearside front tyre outter edge cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2013 76,572 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 76,188 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 76,188 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 75,009 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 74,419 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 72,151 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

front number plate dirty

Pass 19 Nov 2008 72,151 miles

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

front number plate dirty

Pass 13 Nov 2007 67,689 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 67,680 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 May 2006 59,147 miles

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

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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S972 KLX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S972 KLX, 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 S972 KLX?

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What year was S972 KLX registered?

S972 KLX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S972 KLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S972 KLX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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