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AUI 8148

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,424 mi
Last recorded109,424 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUI 8148
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2011 109,424 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 105,362 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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AUI 8148 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 79,888 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 AUI 8148, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUI 8148?

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What year was AUI 8148 registered?

AUI 8148 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is AUI 8148 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUI 8148 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUI 8148 have outstanding finance?

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