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V657 FLF

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,559 mi
Last recorded47,559 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV657 FLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2010 47,559 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 45,973 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 43,792 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,245 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 38,823 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 38,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 36,011 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 36,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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V657 FLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 V657 FLF, 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 V657 FLF?

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What year was V657 FLF registered?

V657 FLF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 November 1999.

Is V657 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V657 FLF shows 8 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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