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V882 POB

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,047 mi
Last recorded78,047 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV882 POB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2015 78,047 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

center exhaust corroed.

offside front inner tie rod has slight play.

Pass 27 Jun 2014 73,101 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear tyre tread stepped slightly

Play in offside front steering arm inner joint

Pass 29 Jun 2013 68,745 miles

Offside front steering arm inner joint slight play

Pass 24 Jul 2012 64,349 miles

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

exhaust corroding slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2011 61,609 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

n/s/r tyre tread stepped

Pass 18 Jun 2010 57,890 miles

Rear metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 12 Jun 2009 53,190 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 18 Jun 2008 50,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 46,952 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 42,754 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 42,754 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.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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V882 POB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V882 POB, 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 V882 POB?

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What year was V882 POB registered?

V882 POB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 December 1999.

Is V882 POB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V882 POB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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