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V265 GAJ

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,599 mi
Last recorded118,599 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV265 GAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 118,599 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 114,175 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 109,304 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 105,491 miles

SERVICE LIGHT ON

Pass 22 Feb 2011 101,998 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 96,423 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 96,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 93,802 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 90,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2008 90,710 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 83,235 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 75,641 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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V265 GAJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V265 GAJ, 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 V265 GAJ?

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What year was V265 GAJ registered?

V265 GAJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 September 1999.

Is V265 GAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V265 GAJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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