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T289 NLF

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

115,195 mi
Last recorded115,195 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT289 NLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2013 115,195 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 104,804 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 99,912 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 99,880 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s front rack end slight play

Pass 26 Aug 2010 99,153 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 99,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 93,536 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 93,536 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 87,345 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 78,719 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 78,714 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 69,634 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 67,980 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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T289 NLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 T289 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T289 NLF registered?

T289 NLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is T289 NLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T289 NLF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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