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H20 UXL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

140,328 mi
Last recorded140,328 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH20 UXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 140,328 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 140,205 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 135,693 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 31 May 2016 135,503 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 133,197 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f brake pipes corroded-x2 front flexi hoses slightly deteriated-steering rack play

wipers smearing-engine/gearbox mountings defective-n/s/r seatbelt attatchment cover missing-exhaust and mountings corroded-brake pipe to n/s/r wheel cylinder corroded-sills covered by covers, unable to check properly-wishbone bushes perished

Fail 3 Jun 2015 133,197 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

n/s/f and o/s/f brake pipes corroded-x2 front flexi hoses slightly deteriated-steering rack play

wipers smearing-engine/gearbox mountings defective-n/s/r seatbelt attatchment cover missing-exhaust and mountings corroded-brake pipe to n/s/r wheel cylinder corroded-sills covered by covers, unable to check properly-wishbone bushes perished

Pass 2 Oct 2013

balljoints slight play-wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated-n/s/f shocker has a minor leak-coil springs corroded-sills corroded+chassis corroded-exhaust has a minor leak-links slight play-tyres low

Fail 1 Oct 2013

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

balljoints slight play-wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated-n/s/f shocker has a minor leak-coil springs corroded-sills corroded+chassis corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2010 130,695 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bonnet catch worn.

Fail 15 Jul 2010 130,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bonnet catch worn.

nearside front bulb pattern incorect

Pass 18 Jul 2009 115,099 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 114,975 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 90,574 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2008 90,574 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 66,728 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 59,655 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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H20 UXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H20 UXL, 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.

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H20 UXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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