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T304 KGO

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

81,012 mi
Last recorded81,012 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT304 KGO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 81,012 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 81,012 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 68,719 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 67,917 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 66,026 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 66,026 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 64,107 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 64,103 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2009 61,821 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 60,038 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 60,038 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 58,509 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 58,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 56,598 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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T304 KGO is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T304 KGO, 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 T304 KGO registered?

T304 KGO is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T304 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T304 KGO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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