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AF55 UJV

2005 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

94,402 mi
Last recorded94,402 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class60,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 UJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 94,402 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2024 91,427 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n.s & o.s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (c))

undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Feb 2024 91,427 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n.s & o.s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n.s & o.s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded n.s & o.s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n.s & o.s (5.3.2 (c))

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2022 86,823 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 82,568 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 76,310 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 61,443 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 45,116 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 42,449 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 38,353 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 32,082 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2014 30,944 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 29,655 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 28,225 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,283 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,829 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,644 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,726 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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AF55 UJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AF55 UJV, 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 AF55 UJV registered?

AF55 UJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is AF55 UJV safe to buy?

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