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X383 AGM

2000 Mercedes A Class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,289 mi
Last recorded101,289 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes A Class74,062 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX383 AGM
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2015 101,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 96,577 miles

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

rear nearside seat buckle mechanism is exposed

Fail 21 Oct 2013 96,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

rear nearside seat buckle mechanism is exposed

Fail 18 Oct 2013 96,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 90,612 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear seat belt cover missing

srs warning light on

Pass 22 Oct 2011

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside rear seat belt locking device casing slightly damaged

Fail 22 Oct 2011

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear seat belt locking device casing slightly damaged

Pass 21 Oct 2010 83,726 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 73,498 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 63,501 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 55,334 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 51,216 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 44,923 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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X383 AGM is a 2000 Mercedes A Class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X383 AGM, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X383 AGM registered?

X383 AGM is a 2000 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X383 AGM safe to buy?

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