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V189 JTF

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,390 mi
Last recorded88,390 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV189 JTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2013 88,390 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 May 2012 86,246 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 83,212 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 77,597 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 72,559 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 71,884 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 65,847 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V189 JTF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V189 JTF, 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 V189 JTF?

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What year was V189 JTF registered?

V189 JTF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V189 JTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V189 JTF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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