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X282 MFR

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,101 mi
Last recorded82,101 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX282 MFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 82,101 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 77,871 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside Front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside and Offside Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system and underbody suspension components showing light corrosion

Pass 3 Jan 2017 71,913 miles

exhaust system showing corrosion

offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes showing corrosion

Pass 6 Feb 2016 69,809 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 65,840 miles

exhaust very rusty

Pass 1 Feb 2014 63,744 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust very rusty and deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2013 61,928 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust very rusty and deteriorated

Pass 23 Jan 2012 59,639 miles

exhaust system deteriated and corroded but not blowing

Pass 3 Feb 2011 54,770 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 51,042 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 45,908 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,018 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 35,505 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 35,505 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 29,010 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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X282 MFR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X282 MFR, 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

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What year was X282 MFR registered?

X282 MFR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X282 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X282 MFR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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