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V813 JTU

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

122,087 mi
Last recorded122,087 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV813 JTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 122,087 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 122,087 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2009 110,249 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2007 100,883 miles

n/s/r door cannot be opened from inside and outside

Fail 21 Oct 2007 100,827 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r door cannot be opened from inside and outside

Pass 14 Jun 2006 96,671 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 96,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside/nearside sill covers fitted

plastic covers fitted under vehicle from front to rear

Pass 3 Jun 2005 88,123 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2005

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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V813 JTU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V813 JTU, 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 V813 JTU registered?

V813 JTU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 December 1999.

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