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V958 DNF

1999 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,217 mi
Last recorded31,217 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Mercedes A16075,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV958 DNF
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 31,217 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 31,107 miles

no plates deteriorating

slight play in steering column

Pass 24 Sep 2021 31,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

knocking through steering wheel

rear wheel arches corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2021 31,027 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

knocking through steering wheel

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2020 30,848 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 30,506 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 29,822 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 29,822 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 29,428 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,907 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 28,907 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 28,574 miles

slight play in steering column

Pass 30 Sep 2014 27,989 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 27,450 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 26,823 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 26,044 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 25,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 24,106 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 22,155 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 19,280 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 16,690 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 16,658 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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V958 DNF is a 1999 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 75,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V958 DNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes A160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V958 DNF registered?

V958 DNF is a 1999 Mercedes A160, first registered on 13 October 1999.

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