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V120 KAE

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,943 mi
Last recorded121,943 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV120 KAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 121,943 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 121,943 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 119,825 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 116,385 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 114,181 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 109,762 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 107,381 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 104,938 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 100,779 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 95,626 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 95,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 85,610 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 85,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 80,968 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 80,862 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 70,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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V120 KAE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V120 KAE, 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 V120 KAE?

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What year was V120 KAE registered?

V120 KAE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V120 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V120 KAE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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