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G7 XWH

1998 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,871 mi
Last recorded71,871 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class79,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 XWH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 71,871 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 59,741 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 51,030 miles

Front number plate deteriorated.

Fail 14 Jun 2017 50,912 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front number plate deteriorated.

Pass 22 Jun 2016 41,017 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has cuts to side wall but not deep enough to reach cords

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 31,972 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 26,268 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 23,107 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 21,005 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking in outer side walls

Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,736 miles

(front) brake discs slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated outer side wall

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 Aug 2011 20,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

(front) brake discs slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated outer side wall

plastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 2 Oct 2009 20,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 20,541 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,722 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 18,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 18,204 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 16,479 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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G7 XWH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G7 XWH, 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.

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What year was G7 XWH registered?

G7 XWH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for G7 XWH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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