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V808 ERX

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,209 mi
Last recorded70,209 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV808 ERX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 70,209 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 66,286 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 66,286 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 7 Oct 2013 62,267 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 62,267 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 58,366 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 58,366 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,075 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 56,075 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 55,488 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2008 53,177 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 49,024 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 41,828 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 30,314 miles

Knock in stg column/shaft.

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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V808 ERX 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 V808 ERX, 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.

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What year was V808 ERX registered?

V808 ERX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V808 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V808 ERX 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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