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V730 MEC

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,814 mi
Last recorded104,814 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV730 MEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 104,814 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 100,203 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 100,203 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 96,303 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 96,303 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 90,304 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 80,841 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 80,792 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

advise front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Jan 2010 69,285 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 65,342 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 65,342 miles

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

osf bottom arm bush peeling

Pass 7 Jan 2008 63,499 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 63,499 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front flexis cracked

Pass 2 Jan 2007 60,463 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 54,811 miles

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

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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V730 MEC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V730 MEC, 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 V730 MEC registered?

V730 MEC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V730 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V730 MEC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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