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V601 EGK

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,614 mi
Last recorded51,614 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV601 EGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2012 51,614 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 51,614 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 47,742 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 43,912 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 40,556 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

nearside dipbeam pattern

offside rear bumper/wing damaged

slight play steering rack

wear to front discs

Fail 13 Dec 2008 40,556 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

nearside dipbeam pattern

offside rear bumper/wing damaged

slight play steering rack

wear to front discs

Pass 26 Nov 2007 35,891 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 29,209 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 24,884 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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V601 EGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V601 EGK, 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 V601 EGK?

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What year was V601 EGK registered?

V601 EGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 October 1999.

Is V601 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V601 EGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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