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T849 MLF

1999 Mercedes A140 Classic

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

63,345 mi
Last recorded63,345 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic63,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT849 MLF
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 63,345 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 63,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 55,828 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 55,828 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 48,890 miles

noise fron steering column when turning

Pass 22 Jun 2006 41,520 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 41,520 miles

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

some roughness in steering when turning wheel from side to side

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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T849 MLF is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T849 MLF, 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.

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What year was T849 MLF registered?

T849 MLF is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 18 March 1999.

Is T849 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T849 MLF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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