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V572 GAU

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,602 mi
Last recorded46,602 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV572 GAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 46,602 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 43,835 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 43,838 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 41,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear spring mountings bottom half missing but secure

Fail 8 Feb 2018 41,777 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear spring mountings bottom half missing but secure

Pass 26 Jan 2017 40,327 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 37,173 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 33,645 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 31,194 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 31,194 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 19,168 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 19,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2012 12,475 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,461 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 10,461 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2010 9,978 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,636 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,228 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,506 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 7,457 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 6,502 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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V572 GAU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 V572 GAU, 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 V572 GAU?

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What year was V572 GAU registered?

V572 GAU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V572 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V572 GAU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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