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T707 SPA

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,466 mi
Last recorded146,466 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT707 SPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2007 146,466 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

some components on the underside of the vehicle could not be fully inspected due to a large fitted undertray

Fail 26 Jun 2007 146,460 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

some components on the underside of the vehicle could not be fully inspected due to a large fitted under tray.

Pass 13 Jun 2006 137,702 miles

play in steering rack

rear flexi hoses perished

Fail 5 Jun 2006 137,702 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear flexi hoses perished

slight play in steering rack

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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T707 SPA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T707 SPA, 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

How do I check the history of T707 SPA?

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What year was T707 SPA registered?

T707 SPA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 May 1999.

Is T707 SPA safe to buy?

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