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V513 FNS

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

84,042 mi
Last recorded84,042 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV513 FNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 84,042 miles

Rear both rear tyre has cut

indicator slily damaged

wiper control slily damaged

Fail 4 Aug 2017 84,042 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear both rear tyre has cut

indicator slily damaged

wiper control slily damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2016 76,093 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2015 75,450 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

brake pipes corroding,parking brake 18%,co irratic

Pass 27 Nov 2014 73,561 miles

front shock absorbers very weak

Pass 19 Dec 2013 71,573 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 71,573 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 69,362 miles

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

centre exhaust corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2012 69,362 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2011 67,370 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 62,013 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 58,152 miles

both rear tyres are slightly distorted.

Fail 20 Nov 2008 55,825 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 55,825 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 54,185 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 51,531 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 47,989 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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V513 FNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 V513 FNS, 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 V513 FNS?

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What year was V513 FNS registered?

V513 FNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 November 1999.

Is V513 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V513 FNS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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