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AF05 RZG

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 RZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 Jun 2016 66,825 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 66,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 47,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sills covered,front tyres raised treads damaged,front to rear brake pipes covered,suspension mount areas coroded,

Pass 2 Apr 2013 46,308 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 46,285 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Mar 2012 28,173 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGES

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 39,695 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 37,176 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 36,948 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 29,499 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 20,989 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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AF05 RZG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AF05 RZG, 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 AF05 RZG registered?

AF05 RZG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for AF05 RZG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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