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V502 FLJ

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,701 mi
Last recorded83,701 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV502 FLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 83,701 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 83,700 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 81,353 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Apr 2013 79,215 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 79,215 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 71,614 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 71,614 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 68,229 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 68,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 62,669 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

trims fitted to the inner wheel arches, outer sills and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 1 Nov 2008 54,945 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 47,064 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 42,183 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 36,413 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 36,043 miles

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

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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V502 FLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 V502 FLJ, 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 V502 FLJ?

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What year was V502 FLJ registered?

V502 FLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is V502 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V502 FLJ shows 15 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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