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AD55 GAD

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,016 mi
Last recorded60,016 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 GAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 60,016 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 59,671 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 58,715 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 57,886 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 56,785 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 55,233 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 54,064 miles

bonnet safety catch release handle broken

Fail 28 Aug 2019 54,064 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

bonnet safety catch release handle broken

Pass 31 Aug 2018 52,713 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 49,625 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Sep 2016 45,177 miles

Child seat fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2016 45,177 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2015 40,551 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 38,113 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2013 33,770 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 30,164 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 25,008 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 20,866 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,973 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 15,608 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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AD55 GAD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AD55 GAD, 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 AD55 GAD registered?

AD55 GAD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is AD55 GAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 GAD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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