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V524 ERD

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,606 mi
Last recorded76,606 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV524 ERD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 76,606 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 76,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 74,656 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2014

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 71,373 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 69,640 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 67,262 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 64,278 miles

both sills covered in plastic trim

nsr seat belt stalk plasic covers missing

osf tyre worn on inner edge

plastic covers fitted

slight corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

Pass 27 Nov 2009 58,914 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 58,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 24 Nov 2008 56,529 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 56,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 54,678 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 51,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 Nov 2005 46,599 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 46,599 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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V524 ERD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey 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 V524 ERD, 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 V524 ERD?

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What year was V524 ERD registered?

V524 ERD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 November 1999.

Is V524 ERD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V524 ERD 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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