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A17 DWO

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,479 mi
Last recorded96,479 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DWO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 96,479 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 91,950 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 88,816 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 86,862 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 86,862 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2016 83,135 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 77,478 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 77,471 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 63,055 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 63,055 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 57,483 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 41,035 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 25,593 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 18,117 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 15,658 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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A17 DWO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 60,568 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 A17 DWO, 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 21 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 A17 DWO registered?

A17 DWO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is A17 DWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 DWO 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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