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V509 YBE

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,572 mi
Last recorded75,572 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV509 YBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2012 75,572 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 64,382 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 59,315 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 54,187 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 54,181 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 44,227 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 39,135 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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V509 YBE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V509 YBE, 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 V509 YBE?

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What year was V509 YBE registered?

V509 YBE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V509 YBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V509 YBE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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