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T288 VBV

1999 Mercedes A140 Classic

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,293 mi
Last recorded80,293 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic63,345 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT288 VBV
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2008 80,293 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 80,200 miles

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)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 71,975 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 62,574 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 62,574 miles

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.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T288 VBV?

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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.

Does T288 VBV have outstanding finance?

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