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CIL 1188

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,930 mi
Last recorded55,930 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCIL 1188
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 55,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 54,029 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,838 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 49,587 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 47,267 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 47,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 44,920 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 41,572 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 39,109 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 36,849 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 34,788 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 34,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 31,907 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 29,323 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 26,396 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 23,036 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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CIL 1188 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CIL 1188, 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 CIL 1188?

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What year was CIL 1188 registered?

CIL 1188 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is CIL 1188 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CIL 1188 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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