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A400 FLP

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Brown Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,957 mi
Last recorded53,957 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA400 FLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 53,957 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 51,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 49,769 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 47,832 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 May 2022 46,409 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside rear and nearside rear

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 44,576 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2020 43,561 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 43,551 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 42,335 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 42,333 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 May 2018 40,583 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,951 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 24 May 2016 37,350 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 26 May 2015 35,322 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 33,296 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 30,252 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 24,112 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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A400 FLP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Brown with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 A400 FLP, 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

How do I check the history of A400 FLP?

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What year was A400 FLP registered?

A400 FLP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is A400 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A400 FLP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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