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AE05 RLY

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,908 mi
Last recorded76,908 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 RLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 76,908 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 76,908 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 67,388 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 54,746 miles

Offside Rear light lens small damage,but ok

The underside is mainly covered by under trays

Pass 9 Apr 2019 41,494 miles

Slight Play in steering rack

Pass 15 Jun 2018 34,543 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,802 miles

Front BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 11 Jun 2016 30,178 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 29,136 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2015 29,136 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2014 28,273 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,289 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 May 2012 26,261 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,295 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2010 21,231 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 8 Jun 2009 17,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,562 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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AE05 RLY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AE05 RLY, 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 AE05 RLY registered?

AE05 RLY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AE05 RLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 RLY 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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