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V165 UAY

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,046 mi
Last recorded106,046 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV165 UAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2012 106,046 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 99,633 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 97,167 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 25 Jan 2010 97,167 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 85,706 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 74,947 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 74,947 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 68,623 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 55,351 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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V165 UAY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 V165 UAY, 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

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What year was V165 UAY registered?

V165 UAY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V165 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V165 UAY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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