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YE55 WUR

2005 Mercedes A Class

Red Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,784 mi
Last recorded91,784 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes A Class63,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 WUR
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 91,784 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 84,071 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 77,686 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 77,680 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 72,343 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 Sep 2016 72,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Sep 2015 64,712 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 63,505 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 56,902 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 49,835 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 47,071 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 44,749 miles

Both front brake discs worn

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2010 44,634 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2009 42,316 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 39,515 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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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YE55 WUR is a 2005 Mercedes A Class in Red with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 YE55 WUR, 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 YE55 WUR registered?

YE55 WUR is a 2005 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is YE55 WUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 WUR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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