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A70 JRN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,063 mi
Last recorded77,063 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA70 JRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 77,063 miles

Offside Rear tyre is cracking on tread

Pass 31 May 2016 71,023 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 69,929 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 68,423 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 66,390 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 63,989 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 60,934 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 56,956 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 52,225 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 47,834 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 43,236 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 43,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 35,771 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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A70 JRN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,638 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 A70 JRN, 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 25 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 A70 JRN?

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What year was A70 JRN registered?

A70 JRN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is A70 JRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A70 JRN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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