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T181 MLD

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,909 mi
Last recorded35,909 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT181 MLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 35,909 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 33,584 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 32,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 32,016 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 29,346 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 25,204 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 22,475 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 20,116 miles

both rear tyres perished

outer side wall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2014 17,989 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 15,887 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 15,237 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,243 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 13,225 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 12,059 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 10,954 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,211 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 9,630 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 9,630 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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T181 MLD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T181 MLD, 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

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What year was T181 MLD registered?

T181 MLD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 May 1999.

Is T181 MLD safe to buy?

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