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X257 JAR

2000 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,054 mi
Last recorded104,054 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes A16058,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 JAR
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 May 2015 104,054 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 102,782 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 98,192 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 93,360 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 88,620 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 84,047 miles

front rear number pleate slihtly dettiroted

Pass 13 Sep 2008 79,620 miles

fron and rear number pleate sliht detiroted

Pass 15 Sep 2007 74,844 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 70,490 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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X257 JAR is a 2000 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X257 JAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes A160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X257 JAR registered?

X257 JAR is a 2000 Mercedes A160, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X257 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 JAR shows 9 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 X257 JAR have outstanding finance?

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