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AE55 ZYG

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,677 mi
Last recorded79,677 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 ZYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 79,677 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 77,131 miles

play in offside steering rack inner joint

Pass 3 Dec 2014 76,116 miles

nearside front tyre presure a bit low

rear brakes squeeking

rear tyres perrishing slightly

Fail 3 Dec 2014 76,116 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front tyre presure a bit low

rear brakes squeeking

rear tyres perrishing slightly

Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,020 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on edges. has raised edges

offside outer constant velocity gaiter greasey

Pass 26 Nov 2012 66,438 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 66,349 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre sidewall worn

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Very slight play in offside tie rod

Fail 13 Nov 2012 66,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,908 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 55,312 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 55,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 46,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2009 46,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 36,997 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,422 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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AE55 ZYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE55 ZYG, 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 AE55 ZYG registered?

AE55 ZYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is AE55 ZYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 ZYG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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