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V771 KGH

1999 Mercedes A140 Classic

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,804 mi
Last recorded49,804 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic63,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV771 KGH
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2008 49,804 miles

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

tracking maybe out

Fail 11 Nov 2008 49,804 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

tracking maybe out

Pass 16 Nov 2007 43,178 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 36,853 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 23 Nov 2006 36,853 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 29,219 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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V771 KGH is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 63,345 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V771 KGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V771 KGH registered?

V771 KGH is a 1999 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V771 KGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V771 KGH shows 6 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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