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T183 MWP

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

142,063 mi
Last recorded142,063 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT183 MWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2010 142,063 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 142,063 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 145,305 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2009 140,103 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 140,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 126,355 miles

n/s/r tyre s/wall damage

Pass 3 Dec 2007 118,380 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 110,799 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 110,799 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

srs light on

Pass 12 Dec 2005 98,079 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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T183 MWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T183 MWP, 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.

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What year was T183 MWP registered?

T183 MWP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 June 1999.

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