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T423 XTA

1999 Mercedes A Class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,064 mi
Last recorded100,064 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A Class81,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT423 XTA
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2009 100,064 miles

tested in wet

Pass 8 Feb 2008 86,317 miles

both front brake hoses perished

front brake discs lipped

off side rear shock damp

Pass 18 Dec 2006 63,511 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 48,108 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 48,108 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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T423 XTA is a 1999 Mercedes A Class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 81,284 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T423 XTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T423 XTA registered?

T423 XTA is a 1999 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T423 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T423 XTA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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