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WX56 YLM

2007 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,390 mi
Last recorded131,390 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz A-class59,189 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 YLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2024 131,390 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 100,486 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 79,734 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 72,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 69,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn away on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Slight free play and slight roughness in steering column (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 64,836 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 64,836 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 62,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 60,559 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 57,174 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 57,174 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 53,576 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 49,986 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2013 49,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Nov 2013 49,891 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Nov 2012 49,118 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 48,023 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 47,069 miles

some testable items not checked due to under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2009 42,138 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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WX56 YLM is a 2007 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 59,189 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 WX56 YLM, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX56 YLM registered?

WX56 YLM is a 2007 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2007.

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