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9971 RH

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,269 mi
Last recorded59,269 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9971 RH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 59,269 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 57,848 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 49,588 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 46,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 42,576 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 37,435 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 30,805 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,575 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,060 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,779 miles

advise both rear tyres old and cracking in the tread

Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,821 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,361 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,104 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

H/brake efficiency low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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9971 RH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 9971 RH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 9971 RH registered?

9971 RH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is 9971 RH safe to buy?

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