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T848 DBD

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,164 mi
Last recorded77,164 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT848 DBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 77,164 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 72,503 miles

bulb inop on hi-level stop lamp

n/s/r tyre tread blocks wearing uneven

sidewall damage to n/s/f tyre not to cords

Fail 16 Jul 2010 72,503 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

bulb inop on hi-level stop lamp

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r tyre tread blocks wearing uneven

sidewall damage to n/s/f tyre not to cords

Pass 20 Jul 2009 66,261 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 63,732 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 55,817 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 48,662 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 42,322 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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T848 DBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T848 DBD, 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 T848 DBD?

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What year was T848 DBD registered?

T848 DBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 March 1999.

Is T848 DBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T848 DBD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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