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T822 VWC

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

96,567 mi
Last recorded96,567 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT822 VWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 96,567 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 95,261 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 93,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 91,665 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 89,587 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2015 89,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2014 87,812 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 87,812 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 85,546 miles

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

wiper split

Pass 30 Aug 2012 83,393 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 83,393 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 81,698 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 80,270 miles

alternator drive belt noisy

Fail 23 Aug 2010 80,270 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

alternator drive belt noisy

Pass 1 Sep 2009 76,891 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 76,862 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 74,268 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 69,982 miles

EPC LIGHT IS ON

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 69,982 miles

EPC LIGHT IS ON

Pass 1 Sep 2006 66,188 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 65,356 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

near side rear tyre tread low

Pass 8 Apr 2006 65,356 miles

near side rear tyre tread low

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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T822 VWC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 T822 VWC, 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.

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What year was T822 VWC registered?

T822 VWC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T822 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T822 VWC shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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