MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,293 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?
Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T288 VBV is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 63,345 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 A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T288 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was T288 VBV registered?
T288 VBV is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 12 August 1999.
Is T288 VBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for T288 VBV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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