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T782 JTU

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,226 mi
Last recorded62,226 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT782 JTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 62,226 miles

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

exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 21 Nov 2016 62,225 miles

Central Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 14 Dec 2015 61,096 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 59,340 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 57,370 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 54,834 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,212 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 49,230 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 46,783 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriated but still legible from adistance

underside coverd in plastic unable to see numerous componants

Fail 23 Sep 2009 46,775 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from auto gearbox pipe nearside

rear number plate slightly deteriated but still legible from adistance

underside coverd in plastic unable to see numerous componants

Pass 10 Sep 2008 43,202 miles

o/s/r tyre perished/cracked n/s/r tyre perished/cracked

Pass 27 Sep 2007 39,655 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 39,596 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 35,583 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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T782 JTU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 T782 JTU, 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 T782 JTU?

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What year was T782 JTU registered?

T782 JTU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is T782 JTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T782 JTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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