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V421 NKN

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,911 mi
Last recorded59,911 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV421 NKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,911 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 54,409 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

O/S/R Wheel Arch slightly rusted

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 54,409 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

O/S/R Wheel Arch slightly rusted

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 49,654 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 49,654 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 46,464 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 43,479 miles

both front flexi hoses starting to crack

Fail 21 Aug 2007 42,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front brake flexi starting to crack

Pass 21 Aug 2006 36,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 29,036 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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V421 NKN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 V421 NKN, 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 V421 NKN registered?

V421 NKN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V421 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V421 NKN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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