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V526 NEX

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,037 mi
Last recorded67,037 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV526 NEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 67,037 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 61,451 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 54,599 miles

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

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2012 54,599 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,125 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 46,125 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 37,659 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 35,288 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 32,632 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 32,448 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 32,268 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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V526 NEX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V526 NEX, 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 V526 NEX?

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What year was V526 NEX registered?

V526 NEX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V526 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V526 NEX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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