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SB09 PHZ

2009 Mercedes A160

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,393 mi
Last recorded80,393 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes A16050,787 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 PHZ
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2019 80,393 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 60,606 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 44,059 miles

Nearside side repeater dull

Pass 22 Aug 2016 39,010 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 35,028 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 32,716 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 27,107 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,011 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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SB09 PHZ is a 2009 Mercedes A160 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,787 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB09 PHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SB09 PHZ registered?

SB09 PHZ is a 2009 Mercedes A160, first registered on 3 August 2009.

Is SB09 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB09 PHZ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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