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X102 ANU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

108,230 mi
Last recorded108,230 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX102 ANU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 108,230 miles

dip switch slightly faulty but works

n/s mirror missing

rear silencer outer skin poor condition

Fail 4 Feb 2013 108,226 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

dip switch slightly faulty but works

n/s mirror missing

rear silencer outer sink poor condition

Fail 10 Dec 2011 93,606 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 93,606 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 79,721 miles

nearside rear view mirror glass missing

Fail 2 Dec 2010 79,721 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside rear view mirror glass missing

Pass 31 Mar 2009 71,222 miles

n/s front mirror glass missing

Fail 30 Mar 2009 71,222 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s front mirror glass missing

Pass 1 Apr 2008 54,225 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 54,042 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 46,713 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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X102 ANU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 X102 ANU, 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 X102 ANU?

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What year was X102 ANU registered?

X102 ANU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X102 ANU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X102 ANU shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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