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X933 WLJ

1999 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,081 mi
Last recorded90,081 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class75,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX933 WLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2013 90,081 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 86,919 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 83,676 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 83,676 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 79,753 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 74,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 74,682 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 71,806 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 68,653 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 60,256 miles

Both front brake hoses are damaged

Underside is covered

Fail 3 Sep 2005 49,032 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 49,032 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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X933 WLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X933 WLJ, 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

How do I check the history of X933 WLJ?

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What year was X933 WLJ registered?

X933 WLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is X933 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X933 WLJ shows 12 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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