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AE05 XSW

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,619 mi
Last recorded82,619 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 82,619 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 82,614 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 76,801 miles

under cover tray/sills/engine/fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2018 72,743 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,379 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 62,231 miles

Front brake discs worn

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

Offside Front Tyre appears to be underinflated

Fail 24 Feb 2016 62,231 miles

Front brake discs worn

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre appears to be underinflated

Pass 24 Feb 2015 55,300 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 55,300 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 47,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2013 42,093 miles

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

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

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

boot full can not check spare wheel area

n/s/r tyre is deteriorated (cuts on inner tread)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 35,584 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 32,998 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 29,648 miles

front brake pads 2/3 worn

Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,437 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,835 miles

nearside front tyre 2.5mm tread depth

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 XSW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol 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 AE05 XSW, 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

How do I check the history of AE05 XSW?

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What year was AE05 XSW registered?

AE05 XSW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AE05 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XSW 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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