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T331 SPB

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,040 mi
Last recorded111,040 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT331 SPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 111,040 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Jul 2019 111,040 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 104,849 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 24 Jun 2017 97,311 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 92,961 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Fail 31 May 2016 92,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 22 Jun 2015 83,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre worn low

slight deterioration in exhaust system

Pass 19 Jun 2014 72,249 miles

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

exhaust silencer in poor condition

Fail 19 Jun 2014 72,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 1 Jul 2013 65,237 miles

nearside rear tyre in poor condition

Fail 25 Jun 2013 65,203 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2012 62,632 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight perishing in both rear tyres

Pass 24 May 2011 60,136 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front wheel in poor condition/damage

slight cracking in both rear tyres

Fail 24 May 2011 60,136 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside front wheel in poor condition/damage

slight cracking in both rear tyres

Pass 10 Jun 2010 56,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 53,456 miles

plastic covers fitted to under body

Fail 28 Apr 2009 53,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

plastic covers fitted to underbody

Pass 17 Mar 2008 50,435 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 50,435 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 48,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake discs worn-recommend replacement

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 31 May 2006 45,894 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 45,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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T331 SPB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 T331 SPB, 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 T331 SPB registered?

T331 SPB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 March 1999.

Is T331 SPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T331 SPB shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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