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FIB 225

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,274 mi
Last recorded61,274 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 225
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2008 61,274 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 56,159 miles

Smell of fuel from vehicle should be investigted, no visable leaks at time of test

Fail 31 Aug 2007 56,159 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Smell of fuel from vehicle should be investigted, no visable leaks at time of test

Pass 5 Sep 2006 53,681 miles

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

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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FIB 225 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FIB 225, 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 FIB 225?

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What year was FIB 225 registered?

FIB 225 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is FIB 225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIB 225 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIB 225 have outstanding finance?

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