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AD05 JVP

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

134,258 mi
Last recorded134,258 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 JVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 134,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 134,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 141,028 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jul 2019

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 135,011 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2017 128,101 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 118,230 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 93,999 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 85,586 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 85,586 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 77,435 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 64,843 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 52,843 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 35,759 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 31,943 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 24,109 miles

front tyres showing slight side wear

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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AD05 JVP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AD05 JVP, 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.

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What year was AD05 JVP registered?

AD05 JVP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 July 2005.

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