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V597 MCA

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,527 mi
Last recorded92,527 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV597 MCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 92,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 91,742 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 91,308 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 90,581 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 89,463 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 87,870 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 86,058 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 84,268 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of cracking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 81,708 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 78,563 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 76,141 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 73,140 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 70,428 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 70,428 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 67,005 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 67,005 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 63,985 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 59,578 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 54,735 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 54,735 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 49,837 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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V597 MCA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V597 MCA, 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.

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What year was V597 MCA registered?

V597 MCA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V597 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V597 MCA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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