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AE02 VUL

2002 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,959 mi
Last recorded41,959 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class64,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 VUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 41,959 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking in treads

Fail 3 May 2018 41,959 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 20 Mar 2017 41,187 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,017 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 38,238 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 36,445 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 34,177 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 31,941 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 31,941 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 29,872 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 27,625 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 25,309 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 25,305 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 22,487 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 19,790 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,187 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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AE02 VUL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 64,608 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 AE02 VUL, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE02 VUL registered?

AE02 VUL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is AE02 VUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 VUL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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