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T225 NLF

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,155 mi
Last recorded105,155 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT225 NLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 105,155 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 101,944 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 98,293 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 98,292 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2017 94,912 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 91,104 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 86,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 86,767 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 83,382 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2014 83,382 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 82,143 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 80,189 miles

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

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

exhaust system detorated

Fail 19 May 2012 80,189 miles

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

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

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

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

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

exhaust system detorated

Pass 27 Apr 2011 78,729 miles

front indicators starting to go white

Pass 15 May 2010 77,630 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 76,665 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 76,665 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2008 73,997 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 62,466 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 50,718 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 50,717 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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T225 NLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc 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 T225 NLF, 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 T225 NLF registered?

T225 NLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 July 1999.

Is T225 NLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T225 NLF 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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