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VJI 4052

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,217 mi
Last recorded80,217 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 4052
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 80,217 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 78,540 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,993 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2018 76,024 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 74,318 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 72,704 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 71,394 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 71,392 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 69,853 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 67,056 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 64,084 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 61,158 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 58,085 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 53,912 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 50,947 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 43,554 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 31,006 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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VJI 4052 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VJI 4052, 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

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What year was VJI 4052 registered?

VJI 4052 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 March 1999.

Is VJI 4052 safe to buy?

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