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X317 CLF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

88,561 mi
Last recorded88,561 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX317 CLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 88,561 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake and suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2024 79,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 79,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 77,557 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 75,102 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 75,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 73,107 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges slightly 195-50-15-82

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to perish / crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 73,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated perished / cracked to inner reinforcing cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Both front tyres wearing on edges slightly 195-50-15-82

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to perish / crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 71,087 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 67,381 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 67,379 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 64,190 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 61,335 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 15 Feb 2016 58,295 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 55,313 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 52,540 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 49,854 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 46,052 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,697 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 39,677 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

dip beam switch sticking slightly

offside front tyre cut on outer wall

Pass 15 Feb 2008 33,517 miles

main beam switch sticking

offside front tyre cut on outer wall

Pass 9 Feb 2007 31,318 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 31,317 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.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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X317 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 X317 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

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What year was X317 CLF registered?

X317 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X317 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X317 CLF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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