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X371 YDM

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,673 mi
Last recorded117,673 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX371 YDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 117,673 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 113,804 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 107,740 miles

front shocks soft

near side front inner wheel rim damaged

slight knocking in steering

Pass 1 Nov 2013 91,209 miles

Offside front wheel steel all others alloy

Offside rear door and wheelarch damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2013 91,209 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside front wheel steel all others alloy

Offside rear door and wheelarch damaged

Fail 9 Nov 2012 87,386 miles

Middle and rear sections of exhaust weak

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust mount corroded and broken

Pass 9 Nov 2012 87,386 miles

Middle and rear sections of exhaust weak

Rear exhaust mount corroded and broken

Pass 4 Nov 2011 81,264 miles

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

Front brake discs becoming worn

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 78,255 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 74,321 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 69,329 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 55,157 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 40,319 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 23,521 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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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X371 YDM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X371 YDM, 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 X371 YDM registered?

X371 YDM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X371 YDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X371 YDM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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