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T216 KAP

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,673 mi
Last recorded21,673 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT216 KAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 21,673 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear wiper rubber split

Fail 19 May 2014 21,673 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear wiper rubber split

Fail 29 May 2013 21,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2013 21,070 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2012 20,420 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 May 2011 19,606 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 19,270 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 18,788 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,118 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,462 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jun 2006 16,903 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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T216 KAP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T216 KAP, 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 T216 KAP?

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What year was T216 KAP registered?

T216 KAP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 June 1999.

Is T216 KAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T216 KAP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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