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V71 OGW

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,503 mi
Last recorded101,503 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV71 OGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 101,503 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 96,081 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 87,834 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 79,780 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 72,689 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 72,689 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 64,823 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 59,459 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 59,459 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 53,757 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 53,757 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 46,732 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 43,829 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 43,829 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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V71 OGW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V71 OGW, 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

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What year was V71 OGW registered?

V71 OGW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 October 1999.

Is V71 OGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V71 OGW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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