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T203 VDV

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

78,802 mi
Last recorded78,802 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT203 VDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 78,802 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 72,344 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 72,344 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 67,726 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 61,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre starting to crack, no cords visible at time of test

Fail 8 Aug 2011 61,747 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre starting to crack, no cords visible at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2010 56,242 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 56,242 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 54,922 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 54,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 52,165 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 18 May 2006 49,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 49,215 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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T203 VDV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 T203 VDV, 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 T203 VDV registered?

T203 VDV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is T203 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T203 VDV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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