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T798 SET

1999 Mercedes A140 Classic

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,533 mi
Last recorded48,533 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic63,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT798 SET
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2008 48,533 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 48,533 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 43,780 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 40,256 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 34,697 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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T798 SET is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 63,345 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T798 SET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T798 SET?

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What year was T798 SET registered?

T798 SET is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T798 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for T798 SET 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.

Does T798 SET have outstanding finance?

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