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V109 FJB

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV109 FJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight play in central steering cloumn uj at bulkhead

Fail 25 Oct 2018

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight play in central steering cloumn uj at bulkhead

Pass 23 Oct 2017 59,330 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 59,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect MAIN BEAM STAYS "ON" (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect MAIN BEAM STAYS "ON" (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 34,375 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 51,897 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 49,141 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 49,141 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 45,591 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 41,628 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 38,914 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 35,756 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 32,732 miles

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

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

Both offside tyres have cuts in sidewalls

Fail 15 Sep 2009 32,716 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Both offside tyres have cuts in sidewalls

Pass 1 Oct 2008 29,479 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 25,937 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 22,686 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 20,041 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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V109 FJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V109 FJB, 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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V109 FJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 October 1999.

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