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T679 UGP

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,425 mi
Last recorded94,425 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT679 UGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 94,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 91,023 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 83,570 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 83,569 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 73,329 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 73,089 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 66,437 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 66,437 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 58,811 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 52,435 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 48,409 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2009 48,409 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 44,454 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 44,454 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 39,692 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 34,696 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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T679 UGP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 T679 UGP, 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 T679 UGP registered?

T679 UGP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 1999.

Is T679 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T679 UGP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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