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T43 FWL

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

35,242 mi
Last recorded35,242 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT43 FWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 35,242 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 35,237 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 35,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 35,200 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn NSF + OSF wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 35,090 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 35,058 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,809 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 33,962 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 20 Nov 2018 32,995 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 16 Nov 2018 32,995 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 31,945 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 31,936 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 30,815 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front pads and disc condition slight poor

n/s tyre sidewall slight damage

Fail 16 Nov 2016 30,815 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front pads and disc condition slight poor

n/s tyre sidewall slight damage

Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,565 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 28,317 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 23 Oct 2013 27,185 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 25,666 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 25,666 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 24,219 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 23,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 22,271 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 21,292 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 20,391 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,952 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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T43 FWL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 T43 FWL, 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 T43 FWL registered?

T43 FWL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 March 1999.

Is T43 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T43 FWL shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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