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25 RAJ

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,491 mi
Last recorded55,491 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration25 RAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 55,491 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 55,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 54,617 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 54,617 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 54,023 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 53,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 52,335 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 52,335 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 51,517 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 49,363 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 47,922 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 46,385 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 44,046 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 44,046 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 40,549 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 37,694 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 34,757 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 31,594 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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25 RAJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 55,339 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-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 25 RAJ, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 25 RAJ registered?

25 RAJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is 25 RAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 25 RAJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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