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V580 EGN

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,068 mi
Last recorded48,068 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2020
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV580 EGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2020 48,068 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 47,919 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 47,918 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 47,500 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 47,499 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 47,105 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 46,734 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 46,349 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 45,973 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 45,611 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 45,424 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 45,083 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 45,083 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Dec 2010 44,392 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 44,392 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 43,506 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 42,519 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 37,875 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 37,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 34,385 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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V580 EGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V580 EGN, 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 V580 EGN?

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What year was V580 EGN registered?

V580 EGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V580 EGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V580 EGN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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