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T237 RNJ

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,861 mi
Last recorded45,861 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT237 RNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 45,861 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 44,948 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both.advise o/s/f replacement asap (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 43,454 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 42,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 42,068 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 42,068 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 41,786 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 41,574 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 41,339 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 40,971 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 40,216 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,442 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 38,336 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 37,303 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,037 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,182 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 34,046 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 32,870 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 31,650 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 30,078 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 28,487 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 26,855 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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T237 RNJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 T237 RNJ, 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 T237 RNJ registered?

T237 RNJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is T237 RNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T237 RNJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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