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T179 HBW

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,886 mi
Last recorded104,886 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT179 HBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 104,886 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 102,653 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 102,652 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 101,702 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 100,920 miles

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2016 100,920 miles

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

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

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2015 99,923 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 96,512 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 93,625 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 90,169 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 90,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 85,672 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 85,762 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 81,909 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 81,909 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 79,121 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 79,121 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 75,868 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 73,984 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 71,797 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 69,929 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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T179 HBW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 T179 HBW, 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 T179 HBW?

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What year was T179 HBW registered?

T179 HBW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 1999.

Is T179 HBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T179 HBW shows 21 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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