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W872 KDK

2000 Mercedes A140 Classic

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,818 mi
Last recorded63,818 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2007
Typical for 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic61,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW872 KDK
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2007 63,818 miles

front flexis perishing

light switch sticks

offside rear spring corrosion

play in steering column

Fail 30 Nov 2007 63,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front flexis perishing

light switch sticks

offside rear spring corrosion

play in steering column

Pass 18 Jul 2006 53,976 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 53,976 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 48,391 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 48,391 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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W872 KDK is a 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 61,337 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W872 KDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W872 KDK?

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What year was W872 KDK registered?

W872 KDK is a 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W872 KDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W872 KDK shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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