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V530 HVX

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,540 mi
Last recorded51,540 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV530 HVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2010 51,540 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 49,028 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 49,028 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,079 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 35,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

knock from steering column

Pass 17 Mar 2007 35,948 miles

knock from steering column

Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,282 miles

Upper Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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V530 HVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V530 HVX, 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 V530 HVX?

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What year was V530 HVX registered?

V530 HVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V530 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V530 HVX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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