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V424 VNV

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,366 mi
Last recorded132,366 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV424 VNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 132,366 miles

damage n/s/f wheel inner rim

o/s/r brake pipe to flex starting to rust

tyre wear o/s/f starting

Fail 19 Jun 2013 132,358 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

tyre wear o/s/f starting

damage n/s/f wheel inner rim

o/s/r brake pipe to flex starting to rust

Fail 22 Jun 2012 119,921 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 119,921 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2011 116,792 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 115,040 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 111,862 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 111,862 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2008 107,335 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 95,769 miles

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Fail 19 Apr 2007 95,751 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

sill covers & underbody shields fitted

Pass 8 May 2006 85,957 miles

sill covers fitted

underbdy shields fitted

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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V424 VNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V424 VNV, 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 V424 VNV registered?

V424 VNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V424 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V424 VNV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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