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V860 FLE

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

96,259 mi
Last recorded96,259 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV860 FLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 96,259 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 96,259 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Jul 2017 94,531 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 94,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

parking efficiency just met requirement

Pass 27 Jun 2016 93,166 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Fail 2 Jul 2015 91,631 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 91,631 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 89,841 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 89,841 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 88,443 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 85,755 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 83,559 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 83,559 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 79,953 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 74,572 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 692,061 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 62,167 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 54,217 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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V860 FLE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 V860 FLE, 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 V860 FLE?

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What year was V860 FLE registered?

V860 FLE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V860 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V860 FLE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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