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V751 LAM

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,036 mi
Last recorded80,036 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV751 LAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 80,036 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 77,629 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/r tyre slightly mishaped

o/s/r tyre feathering

Pass 6 Feb 2014 73,552 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 68,898 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 65,475 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 65,475 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 61,046 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 61,046 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres feathered

Fail 5 Jan 2010 56,673 miles

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres feathering

Pass 5 Jan 2010 56,673 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres feathering

Pass 1 Oct 2008 50,726 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 45,739 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 43,645 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 39,894 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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V751 LAM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V751 LAM, 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 V751 LAM?

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What year was V751 LAM registered?

V751 LAM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V751 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V751 LAM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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