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WR05 EKD

2005 Mercedes A Class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

109,215 mi
Last recorded109,215 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes A Class63,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 EKD
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 109,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT ! (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT ! (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 109,215 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT ! (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT ! (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 106,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2013 9,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 9,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 95,581 miles

ecu light illuminated

Fail 26 Mar 2012 95,579 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise ecu fault warning lamp on!

Pass 7 Mar 2011 86,984 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 86,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 70,609 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 70,439 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 58,259 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 52,811 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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WR05 EKD is a 2005 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,505 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 A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WR05 EKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR05 EKD registered?

WR05 EKD is a 2005 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is WR05 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 EKD shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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