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V86 JAE

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,622 mi
Last recorded62,622 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV86 JAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 62,622 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 59,963 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 56,809 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 52,987 miles

srs light on

Fail 2 Nov 2009 52,987 miles

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

srs light on

Pass 18 Oct 2008
Pass 23 Oct 2007 45,299 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 39,641 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 25,294 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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V86 JAE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V86 JAE, 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 V86 JAE?

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What year was V86 JAE registered?

V86 JAE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V86 JAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V86 JAE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V86 JAE have outstanding finance?

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