MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,325 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
n/s steering rack has play in it
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
n/s steering rack has play in it
How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?
Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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X278 DLA is a 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 X278 DLA, 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.
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What year was X278 DLA registered?
X278 DLA is a 2000 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 8 September 2000.
Is X278 DLA safe to buy?
The MOT history for X278 DLA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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