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X188 CLF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

176,959 mi
Last recorded176,959 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX188 CLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 176,959 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN BALL JOINT ON STEERING RACK N/SIDE

SRS LIGHT ON EMS LIGHT ON

Fail 15 Feb 2013 176,959 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT PLAY IN BALL JOINT ON STEERING RACK N/SIDE

SRS LIGHT ON EMS LIGHT ON

Pass 4 Feb 2012 152,591 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 152,591 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 5 Feb 2011 125,208 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 125,208 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 101,748 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 101,748 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 96,538 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 96,440 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Both rear lower spring seats need attention.

Pass 16 Feb 2008 89,970 miles

Cap on lower spring seat corroding nearside rear.

Pass 10 Jan 2007 76,708 miles

BABY SEAT FITTED TO NEAR SIDE REAR

Pass 19 Jan 2006 59,243 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 59,243 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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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X188 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 X188 CLF, 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 X188 CLF?

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What year was X188 CLF registered?

X188 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X188 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X188 CLF shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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